Entry-Level Sourcing & Contracts Analyst (Hybrid)

Vizient; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient is seeking a contract sourcing support role to assist with drafting, redlining, and negotiation prep, while learning sourcing fundamentals under senior staff and Legal. You will contribute across the sourcing lifecycle, including data collection, RFP support, supplier coordination, and contract documentation, strengthening analysis and stakeholder collaboration.

This hybrid position offers exposure to multiple offices and a chance to build foundational sourcing skills in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with data and identify basic trends.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with guidance in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with contract drafting, redlining, and document preparation under the direction of senior team members.
• Support negotiation preparation by organizing materials, summarizing information, and capturing discussion points.
• Gather data and basic market insights to support sourcing strategy development.
• Assist in creating and distributing RFPs and collecting supplier responses.
• Coordinate scheduling for supplier meetings, clinical evaluations, and internal discussions.
• Maintain sourcing documentation, workflows, and templates using established tools and systems.
• Support contract maintenance activities by preparing updates, tracking changes, and validating information.
• Prepare meeting materials, take notes, and track next steps for internal and supplier discussions.
• Provide general administrative and project support across sourcing activities.
• Build foundational communication and relationship-management skills by interacting professionally with suppliers and internal partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Multitasking in fast-paced environment

Education

Relevant degree preferred (Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vizient is seeking a contract sourcing support role to assist with drafting, redlining, and negotiation prep, while learning sourcing fundamentals under senior staff and Legal. You will contribute across the sourcing lifecycle, including data collection, RFP support, supplier coordination, and contract documentation, strengthening analysis and stakeholder collaboration.

This hybrid position offers exposure to multiple offices and a chance to build foundational sourcing skills in a collaborative