Sr. Contract Administrator - Supply Chain - 139599

Payroll TitleCONTRACT ADM 4DepartmentSUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENTHiring Pay Scale$97,200 - $157,300 / YearWorksiteGreenwich DriveAppointment TypeCareerAppointment Percent100%UnionUncoveredTotal Openings1Work ScheduleDays, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday#139599 Sr. Contract Administrator - Supply ChainFiling Deadline: Fri 5/22/2026Apply NowUC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.DescriptionThe Senior Contract Administrator is a highly experienced contracting professional responsible for the full lifecycle management of complex procurement and service-related contracts. This role serves as a technical expert and strategic advisor, partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure contracts are structured, negotiated, executed, and managed in compliance with applicable laws, policies, and organizational objectives.The position supports a broad range of agreements, including purchased services, consulting engagements, technology and IT-related contracts, finance-related agreements, and other specialized services. The incumbent operates with a high degree of autonomy, provides guidance to departments, and may mentor or oversee lower-level staff.Key Areas Of ResponsibilityDraft, review, negotiate, and execute highly complex, customized, and specialized contracts.Provide expert consultation and interpretation of contractual terms and conditions.Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and UC policies.Track key contract milestones such as renewals, amendments, expirations, and terminations.Develop and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and service providers.Monitor vendor performance against contractual obligations; conduct supplier business reviews and address compliance issues, disputes, or escalations.Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and standards impacting contract administration.Partner cross-functionally with IT, Finance, Risk, Legal, Compliance, and department leadership to align contracts with organizational goals.Clearly communicate contract obligations, risks, and requirements to stakeholders to promote transparency and accountability.Apply advanced problem-solving skills to complex, novel, or precedent-setting contracting issues.Mentor and support the development of lower-level buyers or contract administrators.Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Minimum of Five (5) or more years of experience in contract administration, procurement, or contract management with an emphasis on contract drafting and negotiation.Advanced knowledge of contracting principles, competitive procurement practices, and source selection techniques.Strong analytical, negotiation, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience with finance related contracting (e.g., cost models, budget impact, financial terms) and/or IT contracting (e.g., software, hardware, cloud services, data security provisions).Experience in healthcare, especially within a large or academic medical center or public institution.Legal training or paralegal experience.Professional certifications such as ISM, APICS, or similar credentials.SPECIAL CONDITIONSMust be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.Pay Transparency ActAnnual Full Pay Range: $97,200 - $182,000 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)Hourly Equivalent: $46.55 - $87.16Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).Apply NowIf employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached.To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-DiscriminationUC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment PolicyUC Anti-Discrimination PolicyAbusive Conduct in the Workplace