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Contract Specialist

Ardent Health

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United States, Nashville

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Purchasing

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Job Description:

The Contract Specialist is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of contracts related to clinical and non-clinical services acquired from external vendors. This includes services such as IT, staffing, consulting, facilities management, and other operational functions. The specialist ensures cost-effectiveness, risk mitigation, and compliance while supporting internal stakeholders and optimizing vendor relationships.

Job Responsibility:

  • Analyze spend data and internal benchmarks to identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities in purchased services and clinical contracts
  • Lead the end-to-end contracting process, from issuing Requests for Proposal (RFPs) through contract award, execution, renewals, and terminations
  • Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and performance clauses to align with organizational objectives and minimize financial and operational risk
  • Collaborate with legal, finance, and compliance teams to ensure all contracts adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
  • Act as the primary liaison for vendors, address performance issues, manage escalations, and drive vendor accountability
  • Monitor industry trends, supplier capabilities, and procurement best practices to inform sourcing strategies and vendor selection
  • Partner with internal departments to gather requirements, align contract goals with business needs, and ensure transparency in contract-related activities
  • Maintain accurate records of all contracts, amendments, renewals, and relevant communications in accordance with organizational standards
  • Generate and present regular reports on contract performance, savings, compliance metrics, and vendor scorecards to leadership and stakeholders

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain contracting and/or purchased services
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with key stakeholders
  • Demonstrated strength in analytical thinking, negotiation, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Nice to have:

  • Advanced expertise in negotiating complex contracts and leading purchased services initiatives
  • Proven ability to analyze spend data and market trends to support data-driven decision-making
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables) for procurement data analysis and reporting

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 20, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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