Associate Contract Manager/Research
Partner's Healthcare

Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.

Job Summary
Summary
Interprets, formulates, or oversees contracts for assigned area. Follows policies, procedures, methods, operating practices, and performance standards set forth by management. Facilitates effective implementation of contract responsibilities within program objectives and requirements. Reviews and assists in the resolution of issues affecting company compliance and ensures satisfaction of legal requirements, company, and customer objectives. Advises management of contractual rights and obligations and provides interpretation of terms and conditions.

Does this position require

Essential Functions
-Create, prepare, review and edit assigned contracts.

-Provide advice and guidance to junior contracts team members.

-Ensures that contract documents are accurate and appropriately maintained according to internal policies/procedures and compliance standards.

-Identify savings, risk mitigation and operational efficiencies through the use and development of contracts.

-Analyze contract performance, identify arears for improvement, and implement changes to enhance overall contract performance.

-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure contract terms align with company goals and strategies.

-Seek opportunities to consolidate vendors, lower costs and improve operation efficiency.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Finance required or Master's Degree Finance preferred

Experience

• Healthcare contracts management experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Possess strong interpersonal skills to optimally connect with staff at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to successfully negotiate and collaborate with others of different skill sets, backgrounds and levels within and external to the organization.
• Ability to quickly build trust and credibility with internal stakeholders, Leadership, and Vendors.
• Strong problem solving and negotiation skills.
• Ability to influence decision making in a highly collaborative environment by providing thoughtful recommendations.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Walking Occasionally (3-33%)
• Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Remote

Work Location

399 Revolution Drive

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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