Director, Strategic Spend & Custom Contracting

Vizient, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 179,000; Full time

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Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a senior leader to guide a team of Sourcing Executives in developing custom member contracting strategies and driving value across the sourcing lifecycle.

You will steer complex negotiations, align with Legal, Analytics, Sales, and Operations, and mentor staff to maximize savings and program performance. You will partner with cross-functional teams to create scalable contracting processes, lead new member onboarding, and ensure compliant execution while embracing

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or contracting within healthcare or related field.
• Proven ability to lead sourcing strategy, contract planning, and supplier negotiations in a matrixed environment.
• Strong analytical, financial, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience coaching and developing employees and managing performance.

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, and customized agreement portfolios.
• Guide complex supplier negotiations and provide escalation support for contract language and terms.
• Partner with Legal, Analytics, Sales/Client Executives, Information and Data Services, and Operations to ensure compliant execution.
• Lead new member engagement orientation, onboarding, and training for custom contracting programs.
• Track and evaluate member savings, value, and program performance for continuous improvement.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiations

People leadership

Analytics

Communication

AI fluency

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a senior leader to guide a team of Sourcing Executives in developing custom member contracting strategies and driving value across the sourcing lifecycle.

You will steer complex negotiations, align with Legal, Analytics, Sales, and Operations, and mentor staff to maximize savings and program performance. You will partner with cross-functional teams to create scalable contracting processes, lead new member onboarding, and ensure compliant execution while embracing