Hybrid Sourcing & Contracts Associate (Entry-Level)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented contract and sourcing support professional to help reduce spend, improve efficiency, and deliver client value.

You will assist with contract drafting, redlining, and negotiation preparation under guidance, while learning sourcing fundamentals. The role covers data collection, RFP support, supplier coordination, and contract documentation, with opportunities to develop analysis, communication, and stakeholder collaboration skills.

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.
• This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring three days per week in the office. Office locations include Irving, TX; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; and Centennial, CO.

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 abilities

Microsoft Office

Education

Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented contract and sourcing support professional to help reduce spend, improve efficiency, and deliver client value.

You will assist with contract drafting, redlining, and negotiation preparation under guidance, while learning sourcing fundamentals. The role covers data collection, RFP support, supplier coordination, and contract documentation, with opportunities to develop analysis, communication, and stakeholder collaboration skills.