Program Manager, Value Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Deliver data-driven and analytical insights to Value Analysis Committees regarding cost reduction, product/service standardization, quality enhancement, or operational efficiencies.

• Collaborate with sourcing and contracting teams to secure optimal value for OHSU.

• Record and report savings achieved from cost reduction initiatives.

• Contribute to meeting the annual healthcare savings target of around $5,000,000 per fiscal year.

• Serve as a liaison among Logistics, OHSU departments, vendors, senior administration, and the Group Purchasing Organization.

• Oversee Value Analysis Committee meetings and communications for designated commodity groups.

• Represent Logistics in decision-making, planning, and investigative committees as required.

• Monitor market trends and evaluate opportunities for cost savings, standardization, quality enhancement, and operational efficiencies.

• Familiarize yourself with the Group Purchasing Organization’s contract portfolio and program offerings.

• Lead and coordinate product transitions utilizing project management methodologies.

• Review, analyze, and process new product requests submitted to Value Analysis Committees.

• Evaluate sourcing and purchasing options for new product requests.

• Spearhead departmental utilization initiatives and collaborate with OHSU teams to align business objectives with user requirements.

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans to ensure timely delivery.

• Communicate project risks, progress, launches, and evaluations with stakeholders.

• Establish uniform processes and formulate change management and communication strategies.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years of increasing responsibility in purchasing or contracting, including project management experience, or in a clinical environment demonstrating expertise in medical products or product selection.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Nursing, or a related field OR three (3) additional years of relevant experience.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities for engaging with OHSU staff and vendors, encompassing negotiation, internal program promotion, and committee oversight.

• Strong analytical skills for addressing problems, conducting contract analyses, financial assessments, and contract development.

• In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and medical supply products.

• Comprehensive understanding of spreadsheet and database systems.

• Proficient negotiation skills.

• Experience in clinical settings and/or analytics is preferred.

• Background in program or project management is preferred.

• Familiarity with contracts and specifications for complex medical, scientific, and highly technical products.

• Deep understanding of the medical vendor landscape and Group Purchasing Organizations.

• Extensive knowledge of project management techniques.

🏝️ Benefits

• Full healthcare coverage for full-time employees at 100% and 88% for dependents.

• $50,000 term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee.

• Choice of two above-market pension plans.

• Paid time off totaling 208 hours per year, prorated for part-time employees.

• Extended illness bank of 64 hours per year, prorated for part-time employees.

• Nine paid holidays annually.

• Significant discounts on Tri-Met and C-Tran services.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.

• Discounts on childcare services.

• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.

• Employee discounts at local and major businesses.