Head of Strategic Sourcing & Custom Contracts

Vizient, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive eligibility

Comprehensive benefits plan

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. in Chicago seeks a Senior Sourcing Executive to lead custom member contracting strategy and drive value delivery. You will guide supplier negotiations, build tailored agreement portfolios, and align with Legal, Analytics, Sales/Client Executives, IT, and Operations to ensure compliant execution.

You will coach and develop a high-performing team, track savings and program performance, and pursue revenue opportunities while maintaining a strong governance framework.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, contracting, or healthcare-related contracting.
• Strong leadership and team development experience.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and manage complex negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Sourcing Executives for custom member contracting strategy and value delivery.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies, contract plans, customized portfolios, and business processes.
• Guide complex supplier negotiations and provide escalation for terms and conditions.
• Partner with Legal, Analytics, Sales, IT, Operations, Compliance, and Category teams to ensure aligned execution.
• Track member savings, program performance, and revenue opportunities with accurate reporting.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiations

Team leadership

Financial analysis

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vizient, Inc. in Chicago seeks a Senior Sourcing Executive to lead custom member contracting strategy and drive value delivery. You will guide supplier negotiations, build tailored agreement portfolios, and align with Legal, Analytics, Sales/Client Executives, IT, and Operations to ensure compliant execution.

You will coach and develop a high-performing team, track savings and program performance, and pursue revenue opportunities while maintaining a strong governance framework.