Director, Strategic Sourcing at Acentra Health, LLC

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Cost Savings, Risk Mitigation, Vendor Management, Negotiation, Policy Development, Governance, Spend Assessment, Process Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Change Management, Financial Acumen, Cross-Functional Leadership, AI Application

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Company Overview Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact. Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the mission of the company; to actively engage in problem-solving; and to take ownership of your work every day. Acentra Health offers you unparalleled opportunities. In fact, you have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes – making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector. Job Summary and Responsibilities Acentra Health is looking for a Director, Strategic Sourcing to join our growing team. Job Summary: The Director of Strategic Sourcing is responsible for leading enterprise-wide sourcing and procurement strategies that drive cost savings, mitigate supply risk, ensure quality, and enhance supplier value. This role partners with internal stakeholders and senior leadership to align sourcing practices with organizational goals. The Director oversees a cross-functional sourcing team, manages high-value vendor relationships, and implements policies, tools, and analytics to optimize total procurement performance. This leader must be adept at building sourcing strategies across diverse categories (IT, professional services, facilities, etc.), driving process transformation, and leveraging technologies such as AI to enable data-driven decision-making and workflow efficiency. Responsibilities: Develop and lead the company’s long-term sourcing strategy. Strategy should be aligned with Company’s procurement spend rationalization objectives and contractually required small/disadvantaged business utilization objectives. Establish and maintain procurement and sourcing policies, procedures, and governance frameworks. Build and maintain rolling 18-month calendar of procurement priorities. Calendar should account for opportunities for contract and vendor consolidation, “seasons” for purchase of goods and services that align with “slow” market periods, effective use of external resources to support competitive procurements, improved alignment between timing of supplier contracts with the client requirements they support, etc. Expand supply chain assessment and evaluation programs to enable Company to make data-driven vendor selection and maintenance decisions. Identify, engage and internally promote a network of preferred suppliers. Preferred suppliers should support Company objectives related to efficient purchasing, access to volume and most favored customer discounts, reduction of tail spend. Work across the business to assist with standardization of requirements for core purchases to drive efficient purchasing. Perform regular spend assessments. Provide recommendations to help achieve continuous cost improvement. Drive innovation of procurement function, e.g. identify opportunities for process improvement, use of AI, etc. Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules. The list of responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other education- and experience-related duties that management may deem necessary from time to time. Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field required. 10+ years of progressive experience in sourcing or procurement, including 5+ years in a leadership or director-level role. Strong track record in vendor management and negotiation of high-value contracts. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree (MBA or MS in Supply Chain) preferred. Demonstrated success in strategic sourcing across multiple spend categories. Experience managing distributed or global teams. Understanding of procurement best practices, sourcing methodologies, and contracting. Familiarity with AI tools and how to apply them to sourcing or reporting processes. Strategic thinker with strong financial acumen, communication, and change management skills. Ability to influence at all levels of the organization and lead cross-functional initiatives. Why us? We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes. We do this through our people. You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career. Benefits Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more. Thank You! We know your time is valuable and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search! ~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team Visit us at https://careers.acentra.com/jobs EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disability Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law. Compensation The pay for this position is listed below. "Based on our compensation philosophy, an applicant’s position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level." Pay Range USD $129,440.00 - USD $161,800.00 /Yr.

Responsibilities

This director will lead enterprise-wide sourcing and procurement strategies focused on achieving cost savings, mitigating supply risk, ensuring quality, and enhancing supplier value across diverse categories like IT and professional services. Responsibilities include developing long-term sourcing strategy aligned with company objectives, establishing governance frameworks, managing preferred supplier networks, and driving innovation within the procurement function, including the use of AI.