Lead, Supplier Operations & Analytics

Vizient; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive eligible

Job summary

Vizient is seeking a leader to oversee the Reserve Operations and Analytics team in Irving, TX. You will manage analysts, drive supplier performance, monitor inventory, and deliver timely remediation actions.

This role requires developing people, guiding cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring operational excellence across programs. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in operations or analytics, strong Excel/Power BI skills, and a proven track record coaching teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in operations, supplier management, inventory management, or analytics preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and developing teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate findings into action.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accountability.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and clients.
• Proficiency with Excel, Power BI, reporting tools, and dashboards preferred.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and workflow for the Reserve Operations and Analytics team.
• Manage team priorities, resources, and deliverables to support business objectives and supplier and client needs.
• Analyze supplier and inventory data to identify trends, gaps, and risks that may affect program performance or product availability.
• Develop action plans, track commitments, and coordinate follow-up with suppliers and internal teams to drive issue resolution and accountability.
• Provide leadership updates on supplier operations, inventory status, performance trends, and open remediation items.
• Establish consistent operational processes and identify opportunities to improve reporting, workflows, and team effectiveness.
• Assess staffing needs and align team capacity and talent with workload requirements.
• Hire, develop, coach, and manage team members, including performance management and reviews.
• Establish performance expectations and monitor team results to support quality, efficiency, and service objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the continued growth and operational effectiveness of the Vizient Reserve Program and Hub.

Skills

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

Cross-functional collaboration

Data interpretation

Travel willingness

Education

Relevant degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Reporting tools

Dashboards

Job description

Vizient is seeking a leader to oversee the Reserve Operations and Analytics team in Irving, TX. You will manage analysts, drive supplier performance, monitor inventory, and deliver timely remediation actions.

This role requires developing people, guiding cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring operational excellence across programs. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in operations or analytics, strong Excel/Power BI skills, and a proven track record coaching teams in a fast-paced environment.