Hybrid Sourcing & Contracts Specialist

Vizient, Inc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a sourcing professional to support the development and execution of sourcing and contracting strategies that reduce spend and improve efficiency.

You will draft, redline, and negotiate contract terms under guidance, building essential negotiation skills while collaborating with internal teams and suppliers. You will participate across the full sourcing lifecycle—from data analysis and RFP preparation to supplier engagement, negotiation support, and contract

Qualifications

• Degree preferred in business, supply chain, or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience required.
• Foundational experience in contract review, redlining, or negotiation support preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with data and identify trends.
• Exceptional verbal communication and presentation skills, which are critical for facilitating supplier discussions, clearly articulating contract changes, and ensuring alignment among internal stakeholders and clients throughout the sourcing and negotiation process.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and redlining contract terms and conditions under the direction of senior team members and Legal.
• Participate in supplier negotiations by preparing materials, summarizing issues, and contributing to discussions.
• Support alignment between clients, suppliers, and internal teams by gathering information and documenting updates.
• Ensure contract documents reflect agreed updates and adhere to established standards.
• Elevate complex or sensitive negotiation items to senior sourcing executives for guidance.
• Contribute to sourcing strategies by collecting and analyzing data, market insights, and supplier information.
• Assist in RFP creation, distribution, bid collection, and initial evaluations.
• Coordinate supplier communications and scheduling for sourcing activities.
• Support contract maintenance activities, including amendments, renewals, and pricing validations.
• Prepare communication materials summarizing sourcing progress, opportunities, and supplier updates.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Sourcing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a sourcing professional to support the development and execution of sourcing and contracting strategies that reduce spend and improve efficiency.

You will draft, redline, and negotiate contract terms under guidance, building essential negotiation skills while collaborating with internal teams and suppliers. You will participate across the full sourcing lifecycle—from data analysis and RFP preparation to supplier engagement, negotiation support, and contract