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Senior Contract Manager
We are Hiring!
Job Posting: Senior Contract Manager
Location: On-Site, Rochester
NY preferred. For right candidate, we
may consider work location out of either Rochester, NY, or Geneva, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Finance
Salary: Starting
at $85,000
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester was founded in
1917 with a mission to build a just and compassionate society to advance the
dignity of all people. Catholic
Charities of the meets basic needs; advances economic security; pursues housing
solutions; strengthens families and children; delivers compassionate mental
health and addiction care; supports individuals with intellectual and
developmental disabilities; welcomes immigrants and refugees, and more.
If
you’re looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for
helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in
people's lives. Don't miss out on being a part of something special!
About
the Role:
The Senior
Contract Manager will be responsible for vendor and contract management and expected
to create, manage and optimize a centralized database of active funding
contracts. The Senior Contract Manager
will also be responsible for vendor and contract management software, analytics
and internal reporting. This role also
has responsibility for vendor relationship management, vendor and contract
related project management, and collaborating with CCDOR and agency leaders to
improve workflow, efficiency and processes, as well as reduce costs.
Key Responsibilities:
Contract and Vendor
Management:
·
Creating and maintaining a
searchable centralized database of active funding contracts that includes
programs from all agencies.
·
Identifying, procuring and
optimizing an application to use in managing this centralized database.
·
Working with program and vouchering
teams to develop and maintain a funder reporting calendar for each agency.
·
Creating periodic program and
contract internal reporting and presenting that information to CCDOR’s
president and executive team as required.
·
Assisting with funder relationship
issues as requested by CCDOR’s president and agency leadership.
·
Working with the CFO and the finance
team to consolidate select vendor contracts to improve efficiency and reduce
costs.
·
Assisting CCDOR and agency
leadership with contract negotiation to achieve the most favorable prices,
reimbursement and terms.
·
Managing select vendor relationships
in collaboration with CCDOR and agency leadership.
·
Managing CCDOR’s relationship with
our financial software provider (currently Blackbaud).
·
Collaborating with CCDOR and agency
leadership and staff on process improvement initiatives and workflow
changes.
Note: The above description is illustrative of
tasks and responsibilities. It is not
meant to be all inclusive. Employees are
required to follow appropriate supervisory directions and perform other related
duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree Required.
- At least eight (8) years of contract management
experience, preferably within the healthcare or not for profit industry.
- Depth of experience in contract development,
negotiation, execution and record keeping, as well as compliance and
vendor relationship management.
- Project management experience.
- Experience presenting information effectively in a
variety of settings to varied constituents.
- Proven track record of displaying creativity and
pro-actively seeking ways to improve upon current processes.
Additional
Skills:
- Must have the credibility to forge strong partnerships
with senior leaders across the organization.
- Must have the ability to interact and build strong
relationships at all levels of the organization.
- Must have a proven track record of leading projects and
managing multiple priorities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle
confidential information with discretion
- Ability to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes which
support organizational mission, philosophy, and policies
- Ability to work in a cooperative and helpful manner with
all individuals
Join us and help make a positive impact in our community!
***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent
of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agencies and our
people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet