Vice President, Procurement (Finance)

We offer remote work opportunities (AK, AR, AZ, *CO, FL, *HI, IA, ID, *IL, KS, LA, MD, *MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NM, NC, ND, OK, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA/DC, *WA, WI & WY only).

Our Department of Defense contract requires US citizenship and a favorably adjudicated DOD background investigation for this position.

Veteran, Military Spouse or Military Affiliated are encouraged to apply!

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, this position is responsible for the strategic vision, oversight, and success of the Procurement Program. As a senior leader within the organization, this individual is responsible for ensuring procurements are conducted in accordance with internal policy, customer requirements, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), other U.S. Government agency acquisition rules and regulations and U.S. public laws and statutes. This individual is responsible for ensuring TriWest's contractual requirements related to procurement are achieved to include those requirements with significant financial implications to TriWest. This includes timely and accurate processing of solicitations, evaluations of proposals, conduct of complex negotiations and executing awards, while assessing risk and responding to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain. Serves as an executive sponsor and participant in internal projects and discussions aimed at improving departmental efficiencies, monitoring compliance and developing visionary solutions to business problems.

Education & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience
• U.S. Citizenship
• Must be able to receive a favorable Interim and adjudicated final Department of Defense (DoD) background investigation
• 10+ years in procurement and 5+ years of executive-level management and leadership experience in procurement or government contracting operations
• Proven track record in managing complex, high-value federal contracts and supplier relationships
• Detailed working knowledge of FAR and other U.S. Government agency acquisition rules and regulations and U.S. public laws and statues
• Proven experience in managing teams, processes, and systems to meet operational goals and performance metrics

Preferred:

• Master's Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of executive-level experience leading procurement operations in U.S. federal government or prime or subcontractor environments
• Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or equivalent
• Previous experience liaising with federal audit agency representatives

Key Responsibilities

• Provides strategic vision and direction to the procurement operations by leading the development and administration of policies and procedures in strict accordance with applicable federal, regulations, ethical standards and organizational goals.
• Oversees the development of a cohesive business strategy with TriWest's Senior Operations leaders to ensure timely coordination and accuracy for procured goods and services, in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and procurement policies.
• Develops and drives meeting annual metrics for measuring procurement strategies and compliance. Metrics should be measurable (i.e., maximize cost savings, enhance supplier relationships, and ensure the efficient use of federal funds while maintaining quality and meeting applicable federal procurement regulations).
• Collaborates with Legal, Compliance, and/or Internal Audit department teams to validate procurement activities comply with current U.S. Government agency acquisition rules and regulations and U.S. public laws and statues a periodic basis.

• Leads a team of procurement professionals, three (3) Directors and their respective teams of buyers who engage in purchasing activities, including planning, directing, and coordinating the procurement process, such as competitive bid processes, evaluations, reporting, and government audits.
• Oversees on a periodic basis, the conduct of internal monitoring to ensure on-going compliance with internal procedures as well as contractual requirements.
• Identifies process improvements and required training opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Identifies professional development opportunities for team members to enhance skills in strategic sourcing, negotiations, and analytics.
• Interacts frequently with TriWest's Senior Operations Group and their respective leaders to solve business problems at a strategic level.
• Serves as a key liaison for government auditors and review teams.
• Reviews and authorizes major solicitations, conducts costs analysis and ensures compliance, identifying opportunities for improvement.

Competencies

Communication / People Skills: Ability to influence or persuade others under positive or negative circumstances; adapt to different styles; listen critically; collaborate.

Independent Thinking / Self-Initiative: Critical thinkers with ability to focus on things which matter most to achieving outcomes; commitment to task to produce outcomes without direction and to find necessary resources.

Information Management: Ability to manage large amounts of complex information easily, communicate clearly, and draw sound conclusions.

Organizational Skills: Ability to organize people or tasks, adjust to priorities, learn systems, within time constraints and with available resources; detail-oriented.

Problem Solving / Analysis: Ability to solve problems through systematic analysis of processes with sound judgment; has a realistic understanding of relevant issues.

Technical Skills: Working knowledge of FAR and VAAR; Microsoft Office - Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook.

Working Conditions

• Availability to work non-regular hours as required
• Works within an office environment
• Extensive computer work, with prolonged sitting
• Periodic travel may be required

Company Overview

Taking Care of Our Nation's Heroes.

It's Who We Are. It's What We Do.

Do you have a passion for serving those who served?

Join the TriWest Healthcare Alliance Team! We're On a Mission to Serve®!

Our job is to make sure that America's heroes get connected to health care in the community.

At TriWest Healthcare Alliance, we've proudly been on that important mission since 1996.

Benefits

We're more than just a health care company. We're passionate about serving others! We believe in rewarding loyal, hard-working people who are willing to learn as they grow. TriWest Healthcare Alliance values teamwork. Join our team, fulfill your responsibilities, and you may also be considered for frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities to earn even more, recognition and reward programs, and much more. Of course, we also offer a comprehensive and progressive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching)
• Short-term and long-term disability, basic life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid volunteer time

*Annual base salary for Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Minnesota, Washington D.C. and Washington State residents: $253,000 -$ 282,000 depending on experience*

Equal Employment Opportunity

TriWest Healthcare Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud to have an inclusive work environment and know that a diverse team is a strength that will drive our success. To that end, TriWest strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports diversity at every organizational level, including hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and we highly encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.