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Vendor Management Specialist - Health Plan

Sanford Health
Fargo, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/3/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vendor Management Specialist - Health Plan position at Sanford Health?

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Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Facility: Remote ND (Fargo)

Location: Fargo, ND

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Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $27.50 - $44.00

Department Details

While this position is primarily remote, some in-person attendance will be required for trainings, team meetings, or special projects. These on-site responsibilities will be scheduled in advance.

Job Summary

Oversees the relationships and performance of our third-party vendors to ensure they meet the company's operational goals and compliance standards. As a key player in our vendor management process, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize vendor contracts, evaluate product and service performance, and implement strategies that drive operational efficiency and cost savings. Serves as the primary point of contact for vendors, addressing any issues or concerns that may arise and fostering strong professional relationships. Help streamline vendor onboarding processes and work on audits and assessments to pinpoint areas for improvement. Manage relationships with third-party vendors ensuring compliance with service agreements. Conducts regular evaluations of vendor performance through metrics and audits. Assists in the negotiation and renewal of vendor contracts to ensure favorable terms. Collaborates with internal teams to identify vendor needs and opportunities for improvement. Develops and maintains a database of vendor information and performance metrics. Mitigates risks associated with vendor partnerships by implementing monitoring processes. Prepares and presents reports on vendor performance and relevant insights to management.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field required.

Experience in vendor management or procurement roles, preferably in the insurance industry. Strong negotiation skills with a track record of managing successful vendor contracts.

Benefits

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .

Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0220635

Job Function: Health Plan

Featured: No

Salary : $28 - $44

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