
Contract Manager, Research
Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job 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.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 in finance, healthcare administration or related field of study required
Equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
Experience
3+ years of strategic sourcing, commercial contracting or contract management in healthcare 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)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$63,648.00 - $90,750.40/Annual
Grade
6
EEO Statement:
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.