Role Description If you like technology, solving problems, working with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, and providing excellent customer service, this is the position for you! The Procurement Analyst is a crucial component to ensuring the day-to-day operations of our clients run smoothly and efficiently. An ideal candidate for our team would have construction, technology, or customer service experience, although this is not a requirement. This role requires the ability to work well on a remote team. You will love this job if… - You are a high performer, self-starter, and love to learn. - You take ownership of projects and drive impact. - You connect and grow both inside and outside the organization. - You like to have fun and be your authentic self. What you’ll do… - Regularly coordinate with internal and external teams to resolve roadblocks. - Manage data integration from multiple teams and platforms to ensure timely contract and purchase order issuances. - Track RFP’s, RFQ’s, contracts, purchase orders, and other financial items. - Maintain client’s financial documentation and communicate their standards to all internal and external stakeholders. - Ensure stakeholder decision buy-in while communicating deadlines and schedules. Qualifications - 2 years in a construction, engineering or related field. - 1 year document management. - Contracts, negotiations, records management practices and procedures experience. - Chart of accounts, GAP, work breakdown structures and other related financial processes. - Skill keeping clear and accurate records and reports. - Aptitude creating and generating financial reports. - Proficient in Google Suites. - Effective verbal and written communication skills. - Multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. - Strong leadership, detail orientation, problem solving, initiative and teamwork. Requirements - Experience in the Construction industry as it relates to business processes or project management. - Experience in the Technology industry as it relates to software implementations and administration. - Experience in the Customer Service industry as it relates to software support. - Experience with construction project management systems (i.e., Primavera Unifier, Microsoft Project, e-Builder, Procore, Newforma, etc.). Benefits - Competitive compensation. - Health insurance. - 401k with employer match. - Flexible PTO. - Remote work. - Philanthropic Matching Gift Program. - And more… Company Description Avicado Construction Technology Services, LLP was established in 2015 with a focus on utilizing the latest cloud-based tools and applications to enhance our clients' experience. As a technology consultancy, we empower construction owners to make the most of their systems and data. Our team of experts collaborates with enterprise organizations such as data centers, universities, hospitals, and real estate developers to promote seamless interoperability across their teams and technologies. We’re a close-knit team with a high-performance culture, but we don’t like to take ourselves too seriously. Our diversity and inclusivity are a point of pride, and we have created a highly interactive remote work environment that encourages mutual respect and individuality while fostering opportunities for employees to excel both personally and professionally. We offer competitive benefits, remote work experiences, flexible work arrangements, various career development opportunities, employee resource groups, and more. Avicado's unwavering dedication to creating a remarkable workplace experience has been widely acknowledged by experts in the industry. We are thrilled to have attained the highly coveted "Great Place to Work" certification and to have been included on Inc.'s esteemed Best Workplaces list for three consecutive years. Additionally, we are humbled to have received the AYA Award, which recognizes allies who promote equality and actively foster positive change for women in technology. At Avicado, we take great pride in fostering a culture that is both inclusive and supportive, especially for women in the technology industry. These accolades are a testament to our ongoing efforts to foster a culture of inclusion, mutual respect, and professional growth for all members of our team. If you are a self-motivated individual who wants to work with Fortune 500 clients in a rapidly growing company, we encourage you to join us!

Department: 11497 Enterprise Corporate - Supply Chain: Sourcing and CVA Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday to Friday 8am-5pm EST; fully remote Pay Range $68.20 - $102.30 MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES - ​​Strategy Development: Leverages strategic sourcing best practices for enterprise across assigned categories. Oversees sourcing strategies such as analyzing market fundamentals, industry data, price benchmarks, cost drivers and trends, key cost variances, and economic forecasting in assigned categories. Categorizes and analyzes spend categories and assesses market and sourcing options to prioritizing areas for maximizing value and cost synergies.​ - ​​Sourcing Process Management: Establish and manage the end-to-end sourcing process, including supplier identification, qualification, selection, negotiation, and contracting. Ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, and regulations. ​Leads in creating strategies to bring non-contracted products and services under contract, assuring best contract coverage for assigned categories. ​Consults with Legal on contractual issues concerning proper legal terms and conditions. Ensuring all other relevant departments’ evaluations of contracts are triggered (IT, Data Security, etc.) which can vary by contract type​​​. - ​​Cost Optimization: Identify cost-saving opportunities through comprehensive analysis of utilization, pricing, and contracting. Collaboratively leads stakeholders to enable favorable negotiations on pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers. Identifies and implements cost containment strategies, such as standardization of products and equipment, utilization controls, and value-based purchasing. Oversees the attainment of maximum savings in total delivered cost of supplies, services, and equipment in assigned categories​. ​​ - ​​Supplier Relationship Management: Foster strong relationships with suppliers and own supply chain-supplier relationships in assigned categories. Monitor supplier performance, conduct supplier evaluations, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address supplier-related issues and ensure timely resolution.​ - ​​​Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with clinical value analysis, finance, supply chain management, and other relevant stakeholders to understand their needs and priorities. Collaborate with these teams to align value analysis strategies with organizational objectives, clinical workflows, and patient care requirements. Develop effective communication channels and engagement strategies to foster collaboration and support decision-making processes. - ​​ ​​Clinical Integration: Collaborate with strategic stakeholders to ensure the seamless integration of value analysis. Engage in discussions with stakeholders to understand their perspectives, address concerns, and facilitate consensus-building. Develop educational programs and materials to promote awareness and adoption of value-based approaches throughout enterprise. Make recommendations to appropriate functional teams regarding new product and assist with supplier coordination. ​​ - ​​Data Analysis and Reporting: Establish metrics and performance indicators to measure the impact of strategic sourcing initiatives on cost savings, quality improvement, and patient outcomes. Work with Analytics partners to analyze data to identify trends, monitor progress, and generate actionable insights. Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior leadership, highlighting key findings, achievements, and recommendations. - ​​​​Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing strategic sourcing team. Provide guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to team members. Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Set performance goals, conduct performance reviews, and ensure the team's capabilities align with the enterprise’s strategic sourcing objectives. ​​ - ​​Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging data analytics, technology tools, and industry collaborations to enhance the strategic sourcing process and drive ongoing improvement in patient care delivery.​ - ​​Risk Management: Assess and mitigate risks associated with the sourcing process, including supply chain disruptions, quality issues, regulatory compliance, and geopolitical factors related to assigned categories. Develop contingency plans to minimize potential impact on the organization. - ​​​​Directs and provides guidance for the preparation, solicitation analysis and presentation of Requests for Proposal (RFP), Request for Information (RFI), and Invitations for Bid (IFB) in accordance with directives and program requirements. - ​​​Develops and recommends operating and capital budgets and controls expenditures within approved budget objectives.​ - ​​​​Fosters and owns supply chain relationships with relevant service line leaders, physicians, clinicians, and vendors to develop and implement strategies which maximize the standardization of products, equipment, and services. Collaborates with various teams to ensure that sourcing, contracting, capital, equipment planning, and purchased services are provided consistently with high levels of quality, cost effectiveness, and customer service.​ - ​​Ensures contracting process engages end-users to define service and product attributes through facilitated pre-contracting initiatives.​ - Develops, manages, and maintains rolling three-year plans for supplies, implants, purchased services, and capital categories as assigned MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED License/Registration/Certification Required: None Required Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field. Experience Required: Typically requires 7 years of experience in procurement, materials management, logistics, and finance. Includes 3 years of management experience in planning, directing, and leading a centralized purchasing function, value analysis, the standardization of products, and the implementation of best practice and cost containment initiatives.​​​ KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED - ​​Knowledge in system-wide purchasing strategies, processes, and programs which support a service focused, cost effective, and centralized model.​ - ​​Demonstrated successful contract negotiation skills and ability to establish and administer complex contracts for products and services.​ - ​​Sound knowledge of inventory management and related accounting processes.​ - ​​Interchange and internet-based procurement transaction processes knowledge with exposure to broader issues such as Continuous Replenishment Processes or Vendor Managed Inventories.​ - ​​Skills developing strategic and tactical plans to meet business objectives in a large healthcare system.​ - ​​Knowledge of contract law and related legal and financial policies.​ - ​​Excellent communication skills necessary to communicate effectively with senior administrators, department leaders, physicians, vendors, and clinical staff to support Advocate Health’s acquisition goals.​ - ​​Knowledge of healthcare accreditation standards (i.e. DNV, JCAHO), Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and National Fire Protection Organization requirements.​ - ​​Excellent analytical, quantitative, and qualitative skills. Ability to identify and solve problems creatively, to work within deadlines with a high attention to detail and to work independently in a fast paced, dynamic environment.​ - ​​Experience in working with and implementing large-scale automated systems.​ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS - ​​​This position requires limited regional and national travel, therefore, will be exposed to weather and road conditions. ​​ - ​​Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.​ - ​​Exposed to a normal office environment.​ This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation - Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training - Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job - Incentive pay for select positions - Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more - Paid Time Off programs - Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability - Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses - Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave - Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs - Educational Assistance Program About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

• Independently conduct rigorous academic research on the application of AI in the supply chain, with a focus on demand forecasting, commodity price forecasting, replenishment and related topics. • Design, methodologically develop and practically validate your results (e.g. using real or provided datasets). • Analyze and assess models, methods or use cases with respect to their practical applicability. • Collaborate closely with our team and gain insight into ongoing client projects to contextualize your work in practice. • Work on a topic of your choice agreed upon with us that has both a scientific and practical connection to our projects. • We will support you with data, expertise and, if necessary, a small budget to help you successfully execute your research.

• Lead and manage a team of Buyers responsible for procurement and inventory management activities. • Provide performance management, coaching, professional development, and strategic direction to team members. • Establish and deliver training programs to support continued development of the buying team. • Drive procurement strategies aligned with company goals and customer service objectives. • Monitor key metrics such as fill rates, aged inventory, GMROI, and ROA to ensure optimal inventory performance. • Analyze inventory trends and guide Buyers in identifying cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service levels. • Collaborate with internal teams to manage slow-moving or obsolete inventory. • Gather and analyze sales forecasts to support effective procurement planning. • Serve as a key liaison between procurement, sales, customer service, and distribution center teams. • Resolve internal process issues related to procurement and inventory management. • Partner with transportation and logistics teams to identify cost-effective freight and stocking strategies. • Lead supplier performance monitoring, evaluations, and improvement initiatives. • Identify and resolve supplier performance or service level issues. • Maintaining supplier data integrity and pricing information within internal systems.