MedSurg Sourcing Specialist — Contracts & Negotiations

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

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a procurement professional to support development and execution of sourcing and contracting strategies. You will assist in drafting, redlining, and negotiating contract terms under guidance, and participate across the full sourcing lifecycle from data analysis to supplier engagement and contract maintenance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with internal teams and suppliers to strengthen stakeholder management and communication skills in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 2+ years of MedSurg or clinical experience required.
• Foundational experience in contract review, redlining, or negotiation support.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with data and identify trends.
• Exceptional verbal communication and presentation skills for supplier discussions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and redlining contract terms under guidance of senior team members and Legal.
• Participate in supplier negotiations by preparing materials and summarizing issues.
• Support alignment between clients, suppliers, and internal teams by gathering information and documenting updates.
• Ensure contract documents reflect updates and adhere to standards.
• Elevate complex or sensitive negotiation items to senior sourcing executives for guidance.
• Contribute to sourcing strategies by collecting 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 communications summarizing sourcing progress, opportunities, and supplier updates.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Verbal Communication

Data Analysis

Microsoft Office

Negotiation Support

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a procurement professional to support development and execution of sourcing and contracting strategies. You will assist in drafting, redlining, and negotiating contract terms under guidance, and participate across the full sourcing lifecycle from data analysis to supplier engagement and contract maintenance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with internal teams and suppliers to strengthen stakeholder management and communication skills in a hybrid work environment.