Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TriWest Healthcare Alliance is dedicated to serving America's heroes by connecting them to healthcare in their communities. The Program Manager - Small & Disadvantaged Businesses is responsible for developing and managing the Small Business Outreach Program, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and maintaining relationships with small business suppliers.
Responsibilities
- Act as a champion for Small Businesses
- Conduct and report status on the company's Small Business Outreach program
- Identify and implement cost reduction projects
- Develop relationships with SBA Regional Offices and Accelerators
- Develop and maintain vendor lists in all Small Business categories
- Provide ongoing education to business units, Procurement staff, and Management regarding Small Business requirements, issues, and policies
- Attend Small Business conferences, seminars, trade association conferences
- Assist Procurement with obtaining pricing and conducting financial analysis
- Provide regular updates and reporting to Senior Management on the Small Business Outreach Program and goals
- Prepare Annual Representation and Certifications for Small Business vendors
- Negotiate pricing terms and other conditions with vendors
- Establish and maintain relationships with vendors/suppliers that support company goals and objectives
- Interview and evaluate prospective vendors
- Work with Small Business vendors and Vendor Management Team to monitor performance
- Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR) with select Small Businesses
- Maintain content on the TriWest and TriNet websites
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in finance or business administration
- 5+ years of related experience required with majority within US Government related procurement or contracts
- Working knowledge/understanding of purchasing principles and practices
- FAR knowledge and experience with government purchasing (FAR Part 19 and DFARS)
- Experience in identifying small businesses and building relationships
- Experience working with both internal and external resources
- Ability to represent the company to suppliers and the US Government
- 8+ years of related experience required with majority within US Government related procurement or contracts
- Prior Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) experience
- Prior Buyer, Procurement Manager or Commodity Manager experience
- Data analysis and reporting experience
- Experience with eSRS/SAM.gov reporting
- Experience managing Mentor Protégé Programs
- Military experience or Veteran
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- 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
- Frequent pay raises
- Overtime opportunities to earn even more
- Recognition and reward programs
Company Overview
TriWest Healthcare Alliance - Serving Those Who Serve. At TriWest, we honor the sacrifice and service of our nations military families by It was founded in 1996, and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://triwest.com.