Procurement Sourcing Specialist

Procurement Sourcing Specialist –Healthcare (Non-Clinical) 12+ Month Contract | Hybrid Position | New York City (Tri-State Area: NY, NJ, CT)
Rate: $40–$45 per hour (W2 only)
Please no corp-to-corp or third-party agencies Position Summary We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Procurement Sourcing Specialist to support our healthcare organization’s non-clinical procurement operations. This role is responsible for leading end-to-end sourcing activities, with a focus on procurement, contract negotiation, vendor management, and spend analysis. The ideal candidate will develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with organizational goals, drive cost savings, and minimize risk. You’ll lead RFx processes, analyze spend data, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure sourcing decisions meet operational and budgetary needs. This is a long-term contract position with a hybrid work model (2–3 days onsite) based in the NYC tri-state area. Job Summary The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for handling the organization's end-to-end sourcing operations by implementing sourcing plans and tactics to effectively manage assigned commodities. Responsibilities include the ability to appraise and improve organization sourcing activities by analyzing the company's spending, supply partnerships and identifying new opportunities to improve cost savings. Sourcing Strategy and Development

• Develop sourcing strategies that align with organizational goals/objectives, budget targets and operational requirements to minimize risk
• Perform data collection and conduct spend analysis at various levels to identify opportunities
• Conduct market research to identify new technologies and supplier trends
• Complete robust spend analytics to mine opportunities
• Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms

Sourcing Management

• Manage RFx (RFI, RFP, RFQ) processes and lead sourcing events
• Negotiate contracts that support sourcing strategies
• Develop contract terms and conditions that minimize risks
• Develop and route the contract cover sheet
• Identify and vet preferred supplier capabilities and financial stability
• Determine optimal supplier selection methods
• Manage cross-organizational activities with suppliers

Customer Relationship Management

• Develop strong relationships with end-users through consistent meetings
• Gather spend requirements to support business operations
• Act as internal consultant, facilitator, and problem solver

Supplier Relationship Management

• Understand supplier business and future technology developments
• Gather performance data to inform future sourcing events

Professional Development

• Develop annual individual development plan to gain additional knowledge in healthcare industry and procurement functions.

Required Skills & Experience

• Four (4) to seven (7) years of sourcing experience
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Experience negotiating contracts
• Ability to lead sourcing events and build relationships
• Experience leading meetings with suppliers and customers

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience in healthcare sourcing