Develop and execute contract strategies for vendors and external partners.
Negotiate agreements and ensure compliance with HCC and enterprise standards.
Manage cost-sharing models and financial alignment with therapeutic areas.
Coordinate with Director, Strategy and Operations on contracting oversight and reporting on cost-savings initiatives.
Maintain visibility of external engagements and associated contractual obligations.
Support resource planning for major categories (i.e. contractors and licenses.)
Develop and roll-out best practice and policy documents
Partner with Procurement, Legal, HCC, and Procurement Service Providers to improve and simplify DSDH contracting processes.

medical
dental
vision
life insurance
short
and long-term disability
business accident insurance
group legal insurance
consolidated retirement plan (pension)
savings plan (401(k))
long-term incentive program
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time
40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time
up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member
Caregiver Leave – 10 days
Volunteer Leave – 4 days
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours

Senior Manager, Contract Strategy – Vendor Management

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