[Remote] Program Manager - Small & Disadvantaged Businesses

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TriWest Healthcare Alliance is dedicated to serving America's heroes by connecting them to healthcare in their communities. The Program Manager - Small & Disadvantaged Businesses is responsible for developing and managing the Small Business Outreach Program, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and maintaining relationships with small business suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Act as a champion for Small Businesses
• Conduct and report status on the company's Small Business Outreach program
• Identify and implement cost reduction projects
• Develop relationships with SBA Regional Offices and Accelerators
• Develop and maintain vendor lists in all Small Business categories
• Provide ongoing education to business units, Procurement staff, and Management regarding Small Business requirements, issues, and policies
• Attend Small Business conferences, seminars, trade association conferences
• Assist Procurement with obtaining pricing and conducting financial analysis
• Provide regular updates and reporting to Senior Management on the Small Business Outreach Program and goals
• Prepare Annual Representation and Certifications for Small Business vendors
• Negotiate pricing terms and other conditions with vendors
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors/suppliers that support company goals and objectives
• Interview and evaluate prospective vendors
• Work with Small Business vendors and Vendor Management Team to monitor performance
• Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR) with select Small Businesses
• Maintain content on the TriWest and TriNet websites

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in finance or business administration
• 5+ years of related experience required with majority within US Government related procurement or contracts
• Working knowledge/understanding of purchasing principles and practices
• FAR knowledge and experience with government purchasing (FAR Part 19 and DFARS)
• Experience in identifying small businesses and building relationships
• Experience working with both internal and external resources
• Ability to represent the company to suppliers and the US Government
• 8+ years of related experience required with majority within US Government related procurement or contracts
• Prior Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) experience
• Prior Buyer, Procurement Manager or Commodity Manager experience
• Data analysis and reporting experience
• Experience with eSRS/SAM.gov reporting
• Experience managing Mentor Protégé Programs
• Military experience or Veteran

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching)
• Short-term and long-term disability, basic life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid volunteer time
• Frequent pay raises
• Overtime opportunities to earn even more
• Recognition and reward programs

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