Vendor Management Specialist – Health Plan
Sanford Health
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Minnesota • North Dakota • United States
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Salary
💰 $28 - $44 per hour
About the role
- Manage relationships with third-party vendors ensuring compliance with service agreements.
- Conducts regular evaluations of vendor performance through metrics and audits.
- Assists in the negotiation and renewal of vendor contracts to ensure favorable terms.
- Collaborates with internal teams to identify vendor needs and opportunities for improvement.
- Develops and maintains a database of vendor information and performance metrics.
- Mitigates risks associated with vendor partnerships by implementing monitoring processes.
- Prepares and presents reports on vendor performance and relevant insights to management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field required.
- Experience in vendor management or procurement roles, preferably in the insurance industry.
- Strong negotiation skills with a track record of managing successful vendor contracts.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
vendor managementprocurementcontract negotiationperformance metricsrisk mitigationdatabase managementauditing
Soft Skills
relationship managementcollaborationcommunicationanalytical skills