Come work as a Regional Contract Manager, Waste & Recycling Optimization with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Reporting to the Senior Director, Contracted Support Services in the VCH Contract Management Office (CMO), the Regional Contract Manager, Waste & Recycling Optimization is responsible for consistent contract management and administration of waste, recycling, and organics contracts, among others, for Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH). We are seeking candidates with experience in waste services and/or Planetary Health industry. Apply today to join our team! 

As a Regional Contract Manager, Waste & Recycling Optimization with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Play a critical role in our ability to achieve our goals by creating and maintaining strong relationships with service providers.  Such relationships are expected to be respectful, professional and effective in addressing and resolving issues and other contractual requests such as change in scope and service standards.
• Be responsible to ensure contract compliance by the service providers and the health organization,  to communicate contractual changes to stakeholders and to resolve contract- related issues that arise (internally and/or externally) across VCH the Communities of Care (CoC). 
• Support internal stakeholders, particularly site and operations leaders within VCH and the CoCs, as the contract subject matter expert in contractual specifications, service performance requirements and in other similar areas.
• Lead or participate in identified contract procurements, contract management projects, propose new initiatives, coordinate the design and delivery of waste reduction initiatives related to contracted services, liaise with other VCH programs, and manage stakeholder engagement, communications and quality improvement activities.
• Work with colleagues in the CoCs to optimize contract performance and outcomes, lead comprehensive assessments of all aspects of contract performance/compliance, through all stages of the contract life cycle, before optimizing performance in partnership with CMO colleagues and the CoCs.
• Work closely with other VCH teams, including Legal, Internal Audit, Planetary Health, procurement, and Finance in optimizing contracts and shall mediate/negotiate issues with service providers that impact contract performance.
• Participate in a respectful and productive manner, provide and accept thoughtful counsel and advice, and fully support decisions made by the team.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Business Administration, healthcare management or related field, and/or completion of the Purchasing Management Association of Canada certificate.
• Eight (8) to Ten (10) years’ recent, related experience in a contract management role or a combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge in contract management, and cost/benefit analysis.
• Practical understanding of contract law and commercial terms & conditions.
• Extensive experience in managing partner/vendor relationships.
• Extensive experience in managing projects to achieve results.
• Broad knowledge of the BC Health Care Industry environment.
• Effective leadership and communication skills to foster a respectful and motivating environment.
• Competently utilizes spreadsheet and word processing applications at an intermediate to advanced level and has a comprehensive knowledge of computerized purchasing systems, including e-commerce applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, interpersonal and administrative skills.
• Strong verbal and written skills and ability to convey complex information in a way that others can readily follow.
• Excellent negotiating and persuasive skills, both in one-on-one and group situations.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
  
  

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.


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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.