Purchasing Contract Analyst Financial

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Summary In the role of Contract Analyst, you will be responsible for reviewing, tracking, and facilitating procurement contract activities; administering supplier contracts; performing contract and spend analytics; supporting sourcing and contract negotiations; and partnering with departments to assess and address their contracting needs. The Contract Analyst will coordinate contract workflows, ensure timely execution, and maintain accurate contract records throughout the contract lifecycle. This position requires a customer-focused approach and a commitment to fostering a collaborative, service-oriented procurement environment. Primary Responsibilities Review and negotiate routine contracts, make amendments, provide or obtain appropriate signatures, and work collaboratively with the Office of the General Counsel to finalize routine contracts over authorized limits. Assess, access, and administer cooperative purchasing organizations' contracts on behalf of MCW. Analyze supplier contracts to identify areas of opportunity, including cost savings, pricing inconsistencies, renewal risks, and compliance gaps. Develop and maintain contract performance metrics, dashboards, and reports to measure key performance indicators (KPIs) based on contract activities, including supplier compliance, contract utilization, and savings realization, if unavailable from ERP. Conduct spend analysis to support sourcing strategies, contract negotiations and supplier consolidation initiatives. Review contract terms and conditions to identify financial, operational, and compliance risks, to ensure proactive contract management and continuity of service. Perform market research and benchmarking analyses to evaluate supplier competitiveness, pricing trends, and industry best practices. Support strategic sourcing initiatives by developing financial models, total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses, and business cases for procurement decisions. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to evaluate contract requirements, help facilitate negotiable commercial terms, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives. Maintain contract and supplier data integrity within contract lifecycle management (CLM or departmental tracking mechanism), and procurement systems, ensuring accurate reporting and analytics. Assist with design and implementation of a contract repository that will house all contract documentation, with governance frameworks, reporting methodologies, and analytical tools to enhance effectiveness and contract compliance. Obtain an understanding of MCW policies and procedures sufficient to discuss and advise... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability The Medical College of Wisconsin is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/A6E8A9F253F141BF Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.