Director, Spend Management Services - Sourcing

Vizient, Inc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Sourcing Executive Leader to design and drive custom member contracting strategies that reduce spend and improve value.

You will lead a team, guide supplier negotiations, and partner with Legal, Analytics, Sales, and Operations to ensure compliant, scalable execution. You will develop programs, track savings and program performance, coach staff, and explore new revenue opportunities while leveraging AI-enabled tools to boost analysis and productivity in

Qualifications

• 7+ years in strategic sourcing, contracting, or related healthcare contracting.
• Experience leading sourcing strategy and contract planning in a matrixed environment.
• Strong analytical, financial, and communication skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and manage multiple priorities.
• AI fluency and ethical AI adoption experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Sourcing Executives and drive custom member contracting strategy.
• Develop sourcing strategies, contract plans, and customized portfolios.
• Guide supplier negotiations and resolve contract language issues.
• Collaborate with Legal, Analytics, Sales, Information and Data Services, and Operations to ensure compliant execution.
• Lead onboarding and training for custom contracting programs.
• Track member savings, value, and program performance.
• Identify new value sources and revenue opportunities.
• Develop tools and processes to create consistency and scalability.
• Use AI-enabled tools to improve analysis and team productivity while ensuring responsible use.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial acumen

Problem-solving

Communication skills

AI Fluency

Leadership

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 a team responsible for developing and executing custom member contracting strategies that reduce spend, improve operational efficiency, maximize delivered value, and support member satisfaction. You will provide strategic direction across the full sourcing lifecycle, guide complex supplier negotiations, strengthen custom agreement portfolios, and ensure programs deliver measurable value for members and Vizient. You will also coach and develop Sourcing Executives, build consistent processes and training, and partner closely with Legal, Analytics, Sales / Client Executives, Information and Data Services, Operations, and other stakeholders to drive compliant, scalable, and effective execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Sourcing Executives responsible for custom member contracting strategy, sourcing execution, supplier engagement, and value delivery.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies, contract plans, customized agreement portfolios, and business processes that support member needs and network objectives.
• Guide complex supplier negotiations and provide escalation support for contract language, terms and conditions, issue resolution, and supplier relationship management.
• Partner with Legal, Analytics, Sales / Client Executives, Information and Data Services, Operations, Compliance, and Category teams to ensure aligned and compliant execution.
• Lead new member engagement orientation, onboarding, and training for custom contracting programs.
• Track and evaluate member savings, value, financial impact, program performance, and revenue opportunities to ensure accurate reporting and continuous improvement.
• Coach, develop, and manage team members by setting clear expectations, reinforcing accountability, and supporting performance and development.
• Identify sourcing opportunities, new sources of value, and revenue-generating strategies that improve network and member return on investment.
• Develop and implement tools, training, operating rhythms, and process improvements that create consistency and scalability across the custom contracting process.
• Use approved AI-enabled tools to improve analysis, documentation, communication, and team productivity while reinforcing responsible use and output validation.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
• 7 or more years of relevant experience in strategic sourcing, contracting, supplier negotiations, supply chain, client/member engagement, or healthcare-related contracting required.
• People leadership, team leadership, or direct management experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead sourcing strategy, contract planning, supplier negotiations, and custom agreement portfolio development in a complex, matrixed environment.
• Strong analytical, financial, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to translate data into strategy, value, and measurable outcomes.
• Experience coaching and developing employees, setting expectations, managing performance, and supporting team effectiveness through change.
• Ability to influence internal stakeholders, clients, suppliers, and executive-level audiences through clear communication and sound judgment.
• AI Fluency – Experienced: Demonstrates broad understanding of AI's business impact and effectively leads teams in adopting responsible AI-enabled ways of working.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring three days per week in the office. Office locations include Chicago, IL or Irving, TX. Willingness to travel.

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 $102,400.00 to $179,000.00. 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.

Working at Vizient means shaping the future of healthcare, every day. Alongside our clients, we're building a healthier, more human healthcare system. We connect people, data, and solutions to enable healthcare organizations to improve financial sustainability, enhance system performance, and deliver better care. Headquartered in Irving, Texas, with 11 offices across the United States, Vizient has more than 5,000 employees who bring deep expertise and a shared commitment to transforming healthcare. Together, we're solving some of the industry's most complex challenges while creating opportunities to learn, grow, and drive lasting change for healthcare organizations and the communities they serve. Through our enterprise of companies, we deliver meaningful impact across the continuum of care: Apexus - The exclusive contractor for 340B Drug Pricing Program, managed by the Health Resources and Services Administration. aptitude - The industry's first online direct contracting market, supporting self-contracting activity between hospitals and suppliers. Kaufman Hall - Leading healthcare advisory services to support our clients in achieving financial, clinical, and operational excellence. Provista - Proven supply chain partner specializing in extended, diagnostic, and preventive care facilities, including surgery centers, home health, and senior living.