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The GPO Contract Analyst is responsible for evaluating, writing and negotiating contracts with the Field Sales Organization. The analyst is charged with implementing contracts within the Contracting system and them monitoring contract operational performance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Evaluate agreements and pricing strategies for the business to ensure compliance with legal and contractual obligations and determine action to rectify contract compliance

Update and maintain the Model N contract system as a result of new or amended contract terms

Draft Letters of Agreements (LOAs) or Letters of Understanding (LOU) between ICU Medical and customer(s).

Provide date and/or analytics for assigned regions and contracts

Extensively communicate to Field Sales to update on Customer negotiations

Handle incoming Field Sales contracting requests or questions

Provide support for process improvement, standardization or strategic initiatives

Collaborate with accounts receivable department to resolve billing discrepancies pursuant to contractual terms and conditions

Collaborate on interview project teams and work groups

Work on special projects as assigned

Knowledge & Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Ability to exercise considerable judgment, maintain confidentiality, and act in a diplomatic manner

Ability to independently identify, research and resolve issues

A strategic planner with sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and strong operational focus

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

A well-organized and self-directed individual who is able to work with minimal amount of supervision

Strong analytical and problem solving skills, demonstrated ability to gather, understand and evaluate information from various sources; establishes links between sources of data, draws logical conclusions and provides appropriate options, recommendations and wise decisions in a timely manner

Minimum Qualifications, Education & Experience

Must be at least 18 years of age

Bachelor\'s degree in business, marketing, economics or related field or equivalent experience. MBA is a plus

4+ year(s) experience in reporting or contracting role

2+ years working in medical or related industry

Prior experience working within the Medical Surgical business model

Prior experience with the contracting process including reviewing, amending and standardizing contracts and T&Cs

Prior experience negotiating contracts directly with customers in either a face to face fashion or over the phone

Prior Model N and/or contracting system experience

Work Environment

This is largely a sedentary role.

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.

Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time

ICU Medical is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.