Analyst I – Sourcing

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Analyst I - Sourcing supporting sourcing and contracting activities through product and service analysis. Collaborating with senior analysts and vendors to achieve cost savings and value creation.

Responsibilities:

  • Support senior-level analysts on sourcing and contracting activities for Cleveland Clinic through product and service analysis.
  • Assist in the identification of sourcing opportunities including cost savings, value creation, and risk management.
  • Participate in contract negotiations and support sourcing strategies under the direction of senior-level sourcing team members.
  • Responsible for data management and maintenance in assigned categories.
  • Request quotations from existing vendors and review against applicable criteria such as quality, price, product availability, distribution method, risk, etc.
  • Perform data analysis for assigned less complex spend categories.
  • Perform data maintenance to ensure the validity of the category team’s data.
  • Collaborate with senior level analysts on contract negotiations and projects.
  • Meet with team to identify contract negotiations and other savings opportunities.
  • Initiate requests for quotations and review incoming bids for best price, availability of stock, price protection, consignment and other alternatives.
  • Meet with sales representatives to evaluate new products or services available.
  • Support manager by performing data analysis and preparing reports on category performance.
  • Remain current regarding significant developments concerning goods and services purchased; review advertising literature, trade journals and other sources of product and service information.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in supply chain management, transportation and logistics, Business or a related field required
  • High School diploma/GED and four years of relevant in a hospital setting can substitute work experience
  • Associate’s degree and two years of relevant experience in a healthcare setting can substitute work experience
  • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Must possess analytical skills and knowledge of PC computer programs to perform spreadsheet analysis and data extraction.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible working hours