MedSurg Sourcing & Contracts Specialist

Vizient, Inc.; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive eligible

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a contract sourcing professional to develop and execute procurement strategies that reduce spend and improve operational efficiency.

You will draft and redline contracts under guidance, support supplier negotiations, and help manage the full sourcing lifecycle from data analysis to contract maintenance. The role emphasizes collaboration with internal teams and suppliers, strong data insights, and clear communication to ensure alignment with clients.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred in Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
• 2 or more years of experience in MedSurg or clinical required.
• Foundational experience in contract review, redlining, or negotiation support required.
• 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.
• 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; and Centennial, CO.
• Willingness to travel.

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

Analytical thinking

Verbal communication

Presentation skills

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a contract sourcing professional to develop and execute procurement strategies that reduce spend and improve operational efficiency.

You will draft and redline contracts under guidance, support supplier negotiations, and help manage the full sourcing lifecycle from data analysis to contract maintenance. The role emphasizes collaboration with internal teams and suppliers, strong data insights, and clear communication to ensure alignment with clients.