Hybrid Sourcing & Contracts Associate

Vizient, Inc; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive eligible

Comprehensive benefits plan

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. in Irving, Texas is seeking an entry-level sourcing and contracts support role. You will assist with contract drafting, redlining, data collection, RFP support, and supplier coordination under the guidance of senior team members and Legal.

The role offers exposure to the sourcing lifecycle, helps develop analytical and communication skills, and provides opportunities to learn from experienced professionals while contributing to value for clients.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Interest in contract review, sourcing, negotiation, or supply chain functions.
• 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

Data analysis

Communication

Organizational abilities

Multi-tasking

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Relevant degree preferred

No prior experience required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vizient, Inc. in Irving, Texas is seeking an entry-level sourcing and contracts support role. You will assist with contract drafting, redlining, data collection, RFP support, and supplier coordination under the guidance of senior team members and Legal.

The role offers exposure to the sourcing lifecycle, helps develop analytical and communication skills, and provides opportunities to learn from experienced professionals while contributing to value for clients.