Associate Principal, Indirect Spend

Vizient, Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 157,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a senior consultant to lead complex Indirect Spend engagements across client systems of care. You will oversee a large portfolio, guide project teams, and apply data-driven insights to advise C-suite clients and expand value.

You will build trusted advisor relationships, identify cross-sell opportunities, and help develop Indirect Spend services and solutions across the organization. Expect travel and leadership responsibilities in a dynamic consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in business, supply chain, or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience required.
• Expertise in Indirect Spend and strategic sourcing.
• Proven ability to lead complex client engagements and manage portfolios.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and executive communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams within the Indirect Spend functional area to drive client value and achieve engagement objectives.
• Identify trends and apply data-driven insights to test hypotheses and develop recommendations across clients' systems of care.
• Guide qualitative and quantitative analyses leveraging client knowledge and industry expertise.
• Plan and lead high-quality execution of complex projects, programs, and operations.
• Manage project scope and profitability while overseeing a substantial annual portfolio of client engagements.
• Develop and deliver influential communications with C-suite audiences.
• Build and maintain trusted advisor relationships with clients and oversee key relationships.
• Drive revenue growth by identifying cross-sell and upsell opportunities during sales processes.
• Identify new business opportunities by translating client needs into consulting opportunities.
• Advance the Indirect Spend practice through new or enhanced services and solutions.

Skills

Indirect Spend

Strategic Sourcing

Procurement

Consulting

Client Engagement Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Executive Communication

Relationship Management

Business Development

Travel Flexibility

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

When you're the best, we're the best. We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents while living and working as their authentic selves. We provide extensive opportunities for personal and professional development, building both employee competence and organizational capability to fuel exceptional performance through an inclusive environment both now and in the future.

Summary:

In this role, you will lead complex Indirect Spend consulting engagements that drive measurable value across clients' systems of care. You will oversee a substantial portfolio of engagements, guide project teams, and apply data-driven insights and deep subject matter expertise to solve complex business challenges. You will build trusted advisor relationships with C-suite executives, identify opportunities to expand client value, and contribute to the development and growth of Indirect Spend services and solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead project teams within the Indirect Spend functional area to drive client value and achieve engagement objectives.
• Identify trends and apply data-driven insights to test hypotheses and develop recommendations for complex business challenges across clients' systems of care.
• Guide qualitative and quantitative analyses by leveraging client knowledge, industry experience, and subject matter expertise.
• Plan and lead high-quality execution of complex projects, programs, and operations.
• Manage project scope and profitability while overseeing a substantial annual portfolio of client engagements.
• Develop and deliver influential communications with clarity, confidence, and persuasion to senior executive and C-suite audiences.
• Build and maintain strong, lasting trusted advisor relationships with clients, including overall oversight of key client relationships.
• Drive revenue growth by identifying cross-sell and upsell opportunities and serving as a subject matter expert throughout the sales process.
• Identify new business opportunities by engaging clients to translate emerging issues, needs, and ideas into consulting opportunities.
• Advance the Indirect Spend practice through the development, launch, and implementation of new or enhanced services and solutions.

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 10 or more years of relevant experience required.
• Demonstrated expertise in Indirect Spend, strategic sourcing, procurement, consulting, or related areas.
• Experience leading complex client engagements and managing a substantial portfolio of projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience translating complex data into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project financial performance, scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Excellent executive-level communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to establish trusted advisor relationships with senior executives and C-suite clients.
• Experience identifying business development, cross-sell, and upsell opportunities preferred.
• Ability to travel regularly and expeditiously throughout the year to meet clients' needs and timetables.

Estimated Hiring Range:

At Vizient, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances. The current salary range for this role is $156,500.00 to $290,100.00.

This position is also incentive eligible.

Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:

http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.