Director – PVMO Procurement

GEHA Health

. Lead the end-to-end vendor lifecycle from sourcing and procurement through contracting, governance, performance management, renewals, and termination.

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $144,792 - $183,170 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vendor lifecycle management, strategic sourcing, and procurement strategies, with a strong focus on compliance and performance improvement. Capable of leading teams and leveraging technology to enhance procurement efficiency and decision-making.

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Vendor Lifecycle ManagementStrategic SourcingContract NegotiationProcurement TechnologiesPerformance Management

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Hard Skills

Procurement OperationsVendor ManagementContract ManagementThird-Party Risk ManagementMetrics and Scorecards

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsNegotiation SkillsStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

AI-Powered ToolsAutomation PlatformsAnalytics Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

CPSMCPCMPMPCIPS

Industry Keywords

Healthcare AdministrationRegulatory ComplianceFederal ContractorsGovernment-Regulated Organizations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the end-to-end vendor lifecycle from sourcing and procurement through contracting, governance, performance management, renewals, and termination.
Develop and execute enterprise vendor management and procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFIs, RFPs, vendor evaluations, and contract negotiations.
Oversee vendor governance programs, performance scorecards, SLAs, and risk management activities.
Drive vendor performance improvement and resolve service, quality, and contractual issues.
Build partnerships with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
Manage key supplier relationships and complex commercial negotiations.
Leverage AI, automation, and analytics to improve vendor insight, procurement efficiency, and decision-making.
Evaluate emerging technologies, suppliers, and market trends.
Ensure compliance with organizational policies, contractual requirements, and regulatory standards.
Maintain understanding of applicable OPM procurement requirements and implement compliant sourcing, contracting, approval, documentation, and oversight processes.
Support OPM audits, inquiries, and reviews by coordinating procurement records, approvals, contracts, vendor documentation, and compliance evidence.
Lead and develop procurement and vendor management team members while fostering accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Finance, Healthcare Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, vendor management, contract management, or supplier governance.
5+ years of experience leading procurement, sourcing, or vendor management teams.
Strong knowledge of procurement operations, vendor lifecycle management, contracting, negotiations, and third-party risk management.
Experience managing vendor performance through metrics, scorecards, SLAs, and governance processes.
Proficiency using AI-powered tools, automation platforms, analytics solutions, and procurement technologies.
Strong analytical, financial, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skills.
Ability to influence and collaborate across business, technology, legal, compliance, and finance functions.
Must have non-cellular high-speed internet service such as Fiber, DSL, or cable modem for a home office.
Minimum internet speed of 30 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
Latency response time lower than 80 ms.
Hotspots, satellite, and wireless internet service are not allowed.
Dedicated space without ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI/HIPAA information.
Preferred: MBA or other advanced degree.
Preferred: Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPCM, PMP, CIPS, or equivalent.
Preferred: Experience in healthcare, health insurance, highly regulated industries, federal contractors, or government-regulated organizations.
Employees must reside outside U.S. territories and the listed ineligible states: Alaska, Hawaii, California, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, New York, Connecticut, Vermont, Pennsylvania, and Maine.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay/salary ranges
Incentive plan
Health/Vision/Dental benefits effective day one
401(k) retirement plan: company match – dollar for dollar up to 4% employee contribution (pretax or Roth options) plus a 6% annual company contribution
Robust employee well-being program
Paid Time Off
Personal Community Enrichment Time
Company-provided Basic Life and AD&D
Company-provided Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Assistance Program
Remote and work-from-home flexibility