Lead the transformation of strategic sourcing and contracting at UVA Health and help shape how a growing academic health system delivers value, strengthens supplier partnerships, and supports exceptional patient care.UVA Health is seeking an accomplished
Director, Strategic Sourcing and Contracting to lead the development of a unified, enterprise-wide sourcing and contracting function. Reporting to the Chief Supply Chain Officer, this leader will play a pivotal role in
bringing together two established work groups into one integrated team, modernizing contracting practices, strengthening supplier relationships, and driving measurable improvements in cost, quality, and service delivery.
This is an opportunity for a strategic, results-oriented leader to
build a high-performing function, influence enterprise-wide purchasing decisions, and advance supply chain transformation within a complex academic health system.
The RoleAs Director, Strategic Sourcing and Contracting, you will provide strategic leadership for UVA Health's sourcing and contracting operations, overseeing the development and execution of sourcing strategies across clinical, non-clinical, and purchased services categories.
A defining priority of this position will be
leading the integration and transformation of sourcing and contracting activities into a cohesive, enterprise-wide function. You will establish consistent processes, strengthen contract governance, develop category management capabilities, and build collaborative relationships that deliver meaningful value to clinical and operational stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:- Lead the transformation of UVA Health's strategic sourcing and contracting function, integrating existing teams, standardizing workflows, and establishing a coordinated enterprise-wide approach.
- Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing and contracting strategies that improve financial performance, strengthen supplier relationships, and support clinical and operational priorities.
- Oversee complex contract negotiations, including group purchasing organization (GPO) agreements, local contracts, and enterprise-wide sourcing initiatives.
- Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of category managers, strengthening expertise across clinical products, non-clinical services, and purchased services.
- Partner with executive leadership, Finance, Value Analysis, clinical departments, and operational stakeholders to identify sourcing opportunities and align contracting strategies with organizational goals.
- Lead competitive sourcing initiatives, including market assessments, benchmarking, requests for information (RFIs), requests for proposals (RFPs), supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract implementation.
- Drive measurable cost savings and operational improvements through strategic negotiations, supplier consolidation, product standardization, and utilization optimization.
- Establish contract governance practices that support regulatory compliance, appropriate approval authority, risk management, and consistent execution.
- Collaborate with Legal to strengthen contract language, templates, review processes, and contracting efficiency.
- Modernize sourcing and contracting operations through automation, technology adoption, data analytics, and improved enterprise resource planning (ERP) capabilities.
- Develop meaningful key performance indicators to evaluate contract compliance, realized savings, supplier performance, stakeholder satisfaction, and operational effectiveness.
- Build strategic supplier partnerships while addressing performance concerns and ensuring contractual commitments are met.
- Identify opportunities to leverage cooperative purchasing agreements, GPO relationships, and other sourcing solutions to maximize organizational value.
- Champion change management and continuous improvement while fostering accountability, collaboration, and service excellence.
The ideal candidate brings significant leadership experience in complex sourcing and contracting environments, advanced negotiation skills, and a demonstrated ability to develop and execute enterprise-wide strategies.
Experience in
healthcare or governmental procurement is particularly valuable, along with expertise in contract governance, category management, supplier negotiations, and organizational transformation.
Success requires a leader who can balance strategic vision with operational execution, navigate complex stakeholder relationships, and
influence meaningful change across a highly collaborative healthcare environment.
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor's degree required.
Experience: 10 years of relevant professional experience, to include 6 or more years of formal managerial experience required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The pay range for this role is $175,000.00 - $260,881.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Benefits- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Retirement Savings
- Long-term and Short-term Disability
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and Education Support
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. [redacted] U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by [redacted] U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
