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Strategic Sourcing Professional 3

Develops strategies that result in best-in-class strategic sourcing practices and supplier relationships. Identifies projects to apply sourcing and purchasing/procurement methodology to leverage annual purchase volume and rationalize supplier base to ensure benefits/savings to University. Partners with internal clients and stakeholders to identify sourcing needs; conduct buyer/market profiles; share marketplace trends; develop sourcing strategies; share best practices and define acceptable service levels.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience. Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, contracting, supply chain, finance, or a related function, including experience leading or independently supporting sourcing initiatives, conducting solicitations, analyzing proposals and participating in contract negotiations.

Advanced Strategic Sourcing Expertise: Thorough knowledge of the strategic sourcing lifecycle, competitive procurement methodologies and category strategy development. Contracting and Negotiation Skills: Demonstrated ability to review, draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements while ensuring appropriate contractual protections and alignment with institutional requirements. Regulatory and Policy Knowledge: Strong understanding of public procurement principles, applicable laws and organizational policies governing contracting and purchasing activities. Financial Acumen: Advanced capability in pricing analysis, benchmarking, cost modeling and total cost of ownership evaluation to support sound business decisions. Risk Assessment: Ability to identify contractual, operational and financial risks and develop effective mitigation strategies. Analytical Capability: Proven ability to analyze issues of diverse scope, evaluate variable factors and recommend practical, well-supported solutions. Project Leadership: Demonstrated skill in independently managing multiple complex sourcing initiatives while balancing competing priorities and timelines. Stakeholder Engagement and Influence: Ability to build consensus, provide strategic guidance and support decision-making among clinical, operational and administrative stakeholders. Communication Skills: Advanced written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present complex information to diverse audiences. Systems Proficiency: Experience utilizing enterprise resource planning systems, contract management platforms and analytical tools to support sourcing and contracting activities.

Preferred Qualifications Professional procurement certification (i.e. CPSM, C.P.M., CPPB) preferred. 7 or more years of professional sourcing, procurement, or contracting experience in a complex organization, with demonstrated experience independently leading sourcing events, negotiating commercial agreements and managing supplier relationships. Experience in healthcare, higher education, public-sector, or other regulated environments preferred. Experience in healthcare, an academic medical center, or a similarly complex public sector environment. Experience negotiating technology, capital equipment, clinical and/or service-based agreements. Familiarity with data privacy, information security and related contractual provisions. Experience supporting supplier transitions, sourcing implementations or large-scale procurement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities 50% - STRATEGIC SOURCING, CATEGORY MANAGEMENT & FINANCIAL ANALYSIS 30% - CONTRACT DEVELOPMENT, REVIEW & NEGOTIATION 10% - SUPPLIER PERFORMANCE & RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT 10% - STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP, ADVISORY SUPPORT & ORGANIZATIONAL INITIATIVES

Department Overview The Purchasing Department provides centralized procurement services for the acquisition of a wide array of supplies, equipment, and services to support the needs of the health system including UC Davis Medical Center, UC Davis Children's Hospital, Same-Day Surgery Center, Comprehensive Cancer Center, 48X Outpatient Surgery Center and Ambulatory Division including 17 Primary Care Clinics and the Folsom Medical Office Building.

Department Specific Job Scope The Strategic Sourcing Professional 3 is an experienced procurement professional responsible for independently leading complex sourcing and contracting initiatives across a diverse portfolio of goods and services, including clinical, operational, capital, technology and service-based categories. The incumbent develops and executes sourcing strategies, conducts competitive solicitations, performs advanced financial and market analysis and negotiates contract terms to achieve optimal total value while ensuring compliance with University policy, public procurement requirements and applicable regulations.

Salary or Pay Range: $ 3,275.86 - $6,026.82 Salary Frequency: Biweekly Salary Grade: Grade 23 UC Job Title: STRAT SOURCING PROFL 3 UC Job Code: 008827 Number of Positions: 1 Appointment Type: Staff: Career Percentage of Time: 100 % Shift (Work Schedule): 8 hours Location: UCDHAS Building (HSP165) Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM) Benefits Eligible: Yes This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)