Sourcing Manager - Supply Chain - 137500

UC San Diego Health is seeking a senior Strategic Sourcing Professional who will play a key role in supporting and leading sourcing initiatives across a diverse range of product and service categories. This position combines analytical rigor, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement to deliver best-in-class procurement outcomes.

This role serves as a pivotal leader in managing supplier relationships, fostering collaboration with internal stakeholders, and partnering with strategic organizations. This role drives measurable results through goal setting and performance tracking, while overseeing the planning, decision-making, and execution of sourcing strategies that align with organizational priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Procurement, Contracting, Supply Chain, clinicians, physicians, and leadership to identify sourcing needs and develop strategies that enhance clinical quality, cost efficiency, and operational outcomes.
• Analyze spend and market trends to forecast commodity/category optimization and recommend procurement plans.
• Apply sourcing and procurement methodologies to leverage purchase volume and rationalize the supplier base.
• Lead sourcing events, including RFI/RFQ/RFP processes, proposal evaluations, and supplier selection.
• Assist in contract negotiations and execution, ensuring favorable pricing and terms.
• Conduct business reviews and manage supplier relationships.
• Maintain and utilize strategic and financial data sources including ERP and benchmarking databases.
• Perform complex data analysis including ROI, utilization, and variation reporting.
• Ensure ethical procurement practices and compliance with organizational policies and regulations.
• Safeguard sensitive information and adhere to data protection and privacy standards.

• Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of experience/training.
• Five (5) or more years of relevant experience in strategic sourcing or procurement.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.
• Ability to independently perform sourcing assignments and communicate effectively.
• In-depth knowledge of sourcing methodologies and commodity/category management.

• Professional certification in procurement or supply chain management.
• Experience with healthcare products and services.
• Strong project management capabilities.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.