This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description The Contract Specialist II, reporting to the Network Operations/Contracting Manager, plays a critical role in managing contracts within the PHSO. This position demands a strong grasp of healthcare regulations and contract law to develop, negotiate, and oversee a variety of agreements, including service, provider, and vendor contracts. - Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contract language and rates. - Ensuring all documentation is accessible to DHMSO staff electronically and in hardcopy. - Ensuring all contracts comply with relevant laws and organizational policies. - Collaborating closely with legal, finance, and compliance teams to mitigate risks and secure favorable terms. - Monitoring contract performance, compliance, and renewal dates. - Maintaining a comprehensive contract management system for accurate record-keeping. - Acting as a primary contact for external partners on contract matters. - Organizing and attending relevant meetings. - Performing general office and clerical duties. - Securing one-case agreements with non-contracted providers when needed. - Providing administrative support to designated management staff. This position is vital for ensuring all contracts are compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with organizational objectives. Note: This role is remote within California (or other locations with knowledge of/experience with CA managed care). Preference for candidates residing within the Central or Southern CA regions. Qualifications - 6+ years experience working in a high-level administrative support position. - 2+ years working in a medical group, health plan, hospital or other related healthcare organization. - In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, Stark Law, and Anti-Kickback Statute. - Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Law, or related field. - Proven track record of successful contract negotiation and administration. Requirements - Masters degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Law, or related field preferred. - 8+ years experience working in a high-level administrative support position preferred. - 4+ years working in a medical group, health plan, hospital or other related healthcare organization preferred. Benefits - Competitive pay with a state-of-the-art, flexible Health & Welfare benefits package. - Cafeteria-style benefit program with options including medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their dependents. - Health Spending Account (HSA). - Life Insurance and Long Term Disability. - 401k retirement plan with a generous employer-match. - Paid Time Off and Sick Leave.

• Oversee a team of HR Consultants, ensuring the effective execution of HR operations, compliance, and advisory services for multiple clients. • Provide strategic HR guidance on employee relations, performance management, legal compliance, and HR best practices. • Develop and standardize repeatable, scalable HR processes that improve efficiency and consistency across clients. • Manage HR service delivery across multiple clients or business units, ensuring tailored and compliant HR support. • Lead and support client side HRIS selection, implementation, and optimization (e.g., Rippling, UKG, ADP, Paychex, Paylocity). • Assist with HR due diligence, risk assessment, and post-merger integration strategies. • Conduct comprehensive HR compliance assessments, identify potential risks, and develop corrective action plans to ensure regulatory adherence and operational efficiency. • Support proposals, client presentations, and service expansion initiatives as an HR subject matter expert. • Mentor and develop HR Consultants, ensuring continuous learning and professional growth. • Lead teams and clients through organizational change, workforce transitions, and evolving business needs.

• Own the purchase order and invoicing process from SIOP output through supplier delivery. • Create and manage POs in QuickBooks; send to suppliers and manage all follow-up. • Maintain accurate, daily-updated PO trackers (transitioning from weekly to daily updates). • Communicate with suppliers on pricing, timelines, labeling responsibilities, and shipment details. • Prepare and organize data for cash disbursement meetings, including invoice approvals and open invoice tracking. • Reconcile invoices and supporting documents; flag anomalies such as direct-to-FBA shipments, missing packing slips, or incorrect PO allocations. • Confidently manage large, complex POs with multiple shipments and exceptions. • Track supplier production timelines and delivery schedules to ensure inventory arrives as expected. • Coordinate with suppliers on order status, shipment schedules, and delivery changes. • Reconcile shipments against GFS, warehouse receipts, and packing slips; resolve mismatches. • Support escalation workflows when delivery timelines are missed, working with internal stakeholders as needed. • Maintain supplier contact details and documentation across systems.

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