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Vendor Operations Management Coordinator (US)

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Nashville

AI generated summary

  • You need a H.S. diploma, 3-5 years in contract/vendor management, and preferably a BS in business. Healthcare experience and vendor management software skills are a plus.
  • You will manage vendor agreements, resolve issues, ensure compliance, monitor spending, maintain profiles, and support assessments while tracking performance and maintaining documentation.

Requirements

  • Requires a H.S. diploma or equivalent; 3 to 5 years of increasingly responsible professional level contract management, vendor management experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
  • BS in business or other related major preferred.
  • Healthcare experience is preferred.
  • Vendor management software experience highly preferred.
  • Process improvement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manages the day-to-day execution of vendor agreements to ensure compliance, monitor quality, and when necessary, develop corrective action plans. Manages smaller, less complex vendors.
  • Resolves issues with business and vendor.
  • Supports vendor management team in performing Readiness Assessments of vendors when a new vendor's product is rolled out or when an existing vendor's product is expanded or enhanced.
  • Manages Purchase Orders for each vendor to ensure timely payment of invoices.
  • Tracks and monitors vendor spends and generates spend reports as needed.
  • Maintains all vendor profiles.
  • Documents and maintains SOPs and process flows.
  • Tracks and monitors results of data file exchanges, billing files, and SLA reports.
  • Tracks industry and vendor-specific news and business updates.
  • Maintains SharePoint site for department.
  • Partners with IT regarding internal requirements and vendor interaction.
  • Creates, reviews and approves vendor access to company systems.
  • Reviews vendor reports and comments based on SOX control requirements.
  • May participate in fact-based negotiations of agreements and/or participate or lead cross-functional teams to implement vendor services.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Vendor Operations Management Coordinator.

Who does this position report to?

This position reports to the national director of clinical standardization within the clinical excellence and enablement portfolio.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Vendor Operations Management Coordinator?

The primary responsibilities include managing vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with vendor agreements, resolving issues, managing purchase orders, tracking vendor spending, and maintaining vendor profiles.

Is healthcare experience preferred for this role?

Yes, healthcare experience is preferred for this role.

What educational background is required for this position?

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. A BS in business or a related major is preferred.

What is the work model for this position?

This position follows a hybrid work model, requiring in-office work once a week.

Where should candidates reside to apply for this job?

Candidates should live within 50 miles or a 1-hour commute of one of the Elevance Health Open PulsePoint locations.

Are vendor management software skills necessary for this role?

Yes, experience with vendor management software is highly preferred.

Are there any vaccinations required for new candidates in certain roles?

Yes, new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

What benefits does Elevance Health offer to employees?

Elevance Health offers a range of benefits, including merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with match, and wellness programs, among others.

What type of vendors will the Vendor Operations Management Coordinator manage?

The coordinator will manage smaller, less complex vendors and also assist in the management of larger vendor agreements.

Can I participate in fact-based negotiations as part of this role?

Yes, you may participate in fact-based negotiations of agreements and lead cross-functional teams to implement vendor services.

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