Contract Specialist - Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) at University of Washington in Seattle, WA
- Company: University of Washington
- Location: Seattle, WA
- Posted: Sep 24, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Salary: $84,000.00 - $108,000.00 annual
- Experience: 3+ years
- Visa sponsorship available
Overview
UW Medicine - Supply Chain Management-Strategic Sourcing has an outstanding opportunity for a Contract Specialist – Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) The Contract Specialist - MRO will serve as the institutional Strategic Contracting authority for facilitating Maintenance, Repair & Operation…
Job description
- UW Medicine - Supply Chain Management-Strategic Sourcing has an outstanding opportunity for a Contract Specialist – Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO)
- The Contract Specialist - MRO will serve as the institutional Strategic Contracting authority for facilitating Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO) issues and trends, and for coordinating UW Medicine policy and strategic direction in association with other units whose interests and expertise are crucial to successful resolution of MRO issues.
Responsibilities
- Manage & Execute Contracts
- Lead all aspects of MRO contracting, including solicitation, negotiation, and administration of complex agreements for maintenance, repair, and operations, ensuring compliance with institutional policies, cybersecurity standards, and risk management requirements
- Manage the full contract lifecycle for significant services involving complex goods and services, including planning, solicitation, negotiation, award, and contract administration
- Analyze Data
- Partner with the Value Analysis Portfolio Manager to conduct financial & risk analysis to meet departmental needs by utilizing Supply Chain tools and processes to make data-driven recommendations for creating contracts and increase UW Medicine’s contract-covered spend
- Develop and Maintain Commodity Expertise
- Conduct ongoing research to maintain knowledge of emerging MRO market trends, as well as technological and market development in assigned commodities areas
- Develop and Maintain Positive Department Support Relationships
- Build strong partnerships with departments and suppliers to promote utilization of MRO contracts, resolve performance issues, and maximize contract benefits
- Support Departmental Initiatives
- Participate in process improvement projects, contribute to long-term planning, and assist with operational activities such as reporting and contract maintenance
- Collaborate with the MRO teams and the Value Analysis Portfolio Manager to identify metrics for evaluation and develop business reviews as needed
- System Proficiency
- Demonstrate proficient use of procurement systems and assist customers and suppliers to utilize systems efficiently
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in healthcare MRO, supply chain management, or another quantitative field
- Three (3) years of experience in procurement and contracting activities supporting a healthcare organization, preferably in the public sector or a research/teaching setting
- Knowledge of medical terminology and items commonly used in a hospital setting
- Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in developing, negotiating, and administering major MRO goods, services and equipment contracts
- Work in a high-volume environment where great emphasis is placed on customer service and creative problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in computer applications including spreadsheets, word processing, email, and web-based tools
- Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Skills
Required
- Procurement and contracting
- Contract negotiation and administration
- Financial and risk analysis
- Data-driven decision making
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Customer service
- Creative problem-solving
Benefits
- $84,000.00 annual
- $108,000.00 annual
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- For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
- Shift:
- First Shift (United States of America)
- This is a regular position
- 100.00%
- Not Applicable
About University of Washington
UW Medicine Supply Chain provides strategic sourcing and contracting services to support clinical, research, and administrative operations across UW Medicine. Our team ensures compliance, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with institutional goals while delivering exceptional customer service. UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.