John Peter Smith Hospital

Who We Are

JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.

Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance

outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.

Why JPS?

We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road:

1. Own it. Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.

2. Seek joy. Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.

3. Don't be a jerk. Everyone is treated with courtesy and respect. Smiling, laughter, compassion - key components of our everyday experience at JPS.

When working here, you're surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication. We look forward to meeting you!

For more information, visit www.jpshealthnet.org.

To view all job vacancies, visit www.jpshealthnet.org, www.jpshealthnet.org/careers, or www.teamacclaim.org.

Job Title:

Exec Dir Procurement & Contracts

Requisition Number:

41201

Employment Type:

Full Time

Division:

SUPPLY CHAIN & PURCHASING

Compensation Type:

Salaried

Job Category:

Director / Management Level

Hours Worked:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Location:

John Peter Smith Hospital

Shift Worked:

Day

Job Description:

Job Summary: The Executive Director of Procurement and Contracts is responsible for leading, directing, and optimizing all aspects of procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contracting within JPS Health Network. This role ensures cost-effective purchasing strategies, compliance with regulations, and the development of vendor partnerships that enhance operational efficiency. The Executive Director will work closely with senior leadership, department heads, and external stakeholders to ensure procurement and contracting processes support the organization’s financial goals and patient care initiatives.

Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities:

1. Develops and implements a comprehensive procurement and contracting strategy that aligns with the health system’s financial and operational objectives.
2. Oversees purchasing operations, ensuring cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
3. Establishes and maintains strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to negotiate optimal pricing, service agreements, and strategic partnerships.
4. Ensures all contracts are negotiated, executed, and managed in accordance with organizational policies, regulatory guidelines, and industry best practices.
5. Identifies opportunities for cost savings and process improvements through data analysis, benchmarking, and strategic sourcing.
6. Leverages procurement technologies and systems to streamline purchasing, contract management, and supplier performance tracking.
7. Partners with clinical, operational, and financial leaders to align procurement and contracting strategies with patient care and organizational goals.
8. Assesses potential risks in procurement and contracting, develops mitigation strategies to safeguard the health system’s interests.
9. Leads and mentors a high-performing procurement and contracting team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation.
10. Conducts research and provides benchmarks to identify contracting opportunities for expense reduction in support of the Value Analysis Teams.
11. Prepares department operating budgets on an annual basis and monitors areas of responsibility for compliance.
12. Acts as a liaison to foster collaboration across departments to drive cost savings, efficiency, and improved patient care outcomes.
13. Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• 10 years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain management, or contracting to include the below:
• Proven leadership experience with a track record of driving cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Experience with procurement technologies, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and contract management software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• Certifications in government procurement. National or State Certification (NCMA (CCCM/CPCM) or TX Comptroller CTCD/CTCM).
• 10 plus years of experience in the public contracting area, with experience in preparing bid solicitations, and negotiation and documentation of contracts in a healthcare system and/or government environment.
• Membership in AHRMM or AHVAP.

Location Address:

1500 S. Main Street

Fort Worth, Texas, 76104

United States

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