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Overview

The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

The Capital Equipment Procurement Manager is responsible for managing the strategic procurement, coordination, and management of medical capital equipment for University of Utah Health. This role involves sourcing high-valueequipment, negotiating purchase contracts, ensuring compliance with regulatory and budgetary requirements, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to support operational and clinical needs. The ideal candidate will possessexpertise in supplier relationship management, cost optimization, and have an in-depth knowledge of supply chain logistics within the healthcare industry. All actions within this role will be carried out in accordance with organizational policies and abide by the Utah State Procurement Code.

+ Develops and executes sourcing strategies for clinical capital equipment, including imaging systems, surgical tools, diagnostic devices, and other capital assets across the system.

+ Manages the procurement processes for capital equipment and furnishings, including bid processes and RFQ’s.

+ Responsible for procurement to pay cycle which includes requisitioning, creation of purchase orders, and order management processes that includes lead time management from origin to the point of clinical use.

+ Collaborates with clinical teams, finance, clinical engineering and facilities management to assess equipment needs, budget guidelines, specifications, and required timelines.

+ Researches and reconciles purchases, receipt issues, payment problems, irregularities, billing errors, and disputes.

+ Resolves supply chain issues related to equipment delays, defects, invoicing discrepancies or vendor disputes in a timely manner.

+ Actively participants in Value Analysis and department meetings to provide capital project status and updates to stakeholders.

+ Demonstrated working knowledge of Excel, Utah State Procurement Code and organizational Purchasing policies and procedures.

+ Ability to analyze information and draw correct conclusions by creating cost analyses and successfully negotiating with others.

+ Demonstrated customer service and excellent communications skills.

+ Ability to manage and coordinate multiple capital projects that are large in scope.

+ Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing capital equipment projects resulting in smooth and seamless business operations.

+ Demonstrated ability to interact with and lead cross-functional work teams and form strong relationships with medical staff leaders and clinicians.

+ Demonstrated strong analytical capabilities, process improvement experience, spend analytics and benchmarking tool skills and practical knowledge of broader supply chain business requirements and processes.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Qualifications (Preferred)

+ Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Supply Chain, Purchasing, or equivalency, Master's degree preferred.

+ Four (4) years direct experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, negotiations and contracting experience.

Physical Requirements

Lifting, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Walking

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

_To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected]_

EEO Statement

_University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations._

_All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities._

_University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both._

_To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/_

_Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu/_

_The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules._

_This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen._

**Requisition Number** _78928_

**Reg/Temp** _Regular_

**Employment Type** _Full-Time_

**Shift** _Day_

**Work Schedule** _M-F_

**Clinical/Non-Clinical Status** _Non-Clinical_

**Location Name** _Business Services Building_

**Workplace Set Up** _On-site_

**_City_** _SALT LAKE CITY_

**_State_** _UT_

**Department** _COR ISC 37A PURCHASING_

**Category** _Facilities/Trades/Materials_

**Workplace Set Up** _On-site_