Dir Vendor Mgmt
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for skilled vendor management professionals continues to rise, with a 25% increase in job postings in the past year, Ensemble Health Partners is seeking a seasoned Director to lead their vendor management strategy. With a strong background in operations and contract management, the ideal candidate will have a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the company's revenue cycle management solutions. As a leader in the healthcare industry, Ensemble Health Partners offers a collaborative and mission-driven culture, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their expertise in managing complex vendor relationships and driving performance improvements.
Job Description
About the Role
The Director of Vendor Management is a critical leadership role at Ensemble Health Partners, responsible for developing and implementing the company's vendor management strategy. This includes leading cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, and driving business outcomes. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the healthcare industry and experience in managing complex vendor relationships.As a key member of the leadership team, the Director of Vendor Management will work closely with operational and executive leaders to optimize vendor performance, mitigate risk, and enhance overall business outcomes. This will involve establishing and maintaining strong vendor relationships, ensuring alignment with service level agreements, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
The Director of Vendor Management will also be responsible for managing vendor-related risk, ensuring compliance with contractual, financial, and regulatory requirements. This will involve collaborating with finance to oversee vendor budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization, as well as leading negotiations and supporting contract management activities.
What You Will Do
- Lead the development and implementation of the company's vendor management strategy
- Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships, ensuring alignment with service level agreements and contractual expectations
- Monitor vendor performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and outcomes
- Partner with operational and executive leaders to identify opportunities to leverage vendor partnerships for scalability and performance improvement
- Develop and enforce governance frameworks, reporting structures, and performance dashboards
- Manage vendor-related risk, ensuring compliance with contractual, financial, and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with finance to oversee vendor budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization
- Lead negotiations and support contract management activities as needed
- Drive cross-functional alignment between internal stakeholders and external vendors
- Develop and manage vendor performance metrics and benchmarks
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred
- 8+ years of progressive experience in vendor management, operations, or related leadership roles
- Experience managing complex vendor relationships in healthcare, revenue cycle, or outsourcing environments strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence at a senior level
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Proven track record of driving performance improvements and operational efficiencies
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience with contract management and vendor governance
- Strong understanding of the healthcare industry and revenue cycle management
Nice to Have
- Experience with Excel and other data analysis tools
- Certification in vendor management or a related field
- Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance
Benefits and Perks
- Opportunity to lead impactful, enterprise-level initiatives
- Collaborative, mission-driven culture
- High visibility with senior leadership
- Focus on innovation and continuous improvement
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a leading provider of technology-enabled revenue cycle management solutions
- Remote work options and flexible scheduling
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Generous PTO and holiday schedule
How to Stand Out
- To stand out as a candidate, be prepared to provide specific examples of your experience in managing complex vendor relationships and driving performance improvements.
- Make sure to highlight your analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, as these are critical to success in this role.
- Familiarize yourself with the company's revenue cycle management solutions and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to the company's goals and objectives.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with contract management and vendor governance, and how you have managed vendor-related risk in previous roles.
- Consider creating a portfolio that showcases your accomplishments and experience in vendor management, and be prepared to discuss your portfolio during the interview process.
- Don't be afraid to ask questions during the interview process, such as what a typical day looks like in this role, or what the biggest challenges are that the team is currently facing.
- Be prepared to negotiate your salary and benefits package, and do your research ahead of time to determine a fair and competitive range for the role.
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