Spend Analysis and Opportunity Assessment • Conduct a structured assessment of MD Anderson’s indirect spend and purchased services based on historical spend data and available contract documentation; • Benchmark current pricing and contract terms against available market data; • Identify categories with the highest potential for cost savings, supplier rationalization, or value improvement; • Provide a summary report highlighting key opportunity areas, including estimated savings potential and ease of implementation. Develop Category Management Strategies • Develop category-specific sourcing strategies that incorporate State of Texas procurement rules and MD Anderson policies; • Create a business case for each prioritized category including ROI projections and implementation timelines; • Establish stakeholder engagement plans with clear roles and responsibilities. Proposal Evaluation and Negotiation Support • Provide recommendations on structuring RFPs, RFQs, or other competitive solicitations based on prioritized opportunities; • Suggest total cost of ownership (TCO) models and evaluation methods to compare supplier proposals; • Support strategy development for supplier negotiations. Savings Validation and Reporting • Provide tools or templates to support internal reporting to leadership; • Document both direct cost reductions and indirect value improvements (e.g., payment terms, service levels, contract compliance, etc.).
