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Overall responsibilities include the management of expense spend category portfolio (med surg supplies, Information Systems, Facilities, Operating Room, Pathology, Pharmacy, or etc.). Each category of spend is approximately $100 Million in annual spend. This includes the development of sourcing strategies in collaboration with stakeholders, market analysis, contract development, supplier negotiations, vendor management, and selection of Texas Children's equipment, supplies, services, and construction. With limited direction, this position requires effective team leadership of supplier negotiation strategies, including the ability to develop Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Information (RFI), and review of any procurement contracts. Overall obtaining the best products and services at the lowest cost to Texas Children's. A working knowledge of the procurement laws, rules, regulations, and standardized principles, processes, and practices of professional procurement are required. T