Program Services Manager

Vizient, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a capable program leader to manage sourcing initiatives for a group of Vizient health systems. You will independently manage portfolio strategy, contract terms, and provider onboarding to deliver cost savings and value across the portfolio.

The role requires strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to translate market intelligence into actionable contracting plans, while mentoring others and upholding Vizient's values.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience contracting in highly complex categories such as Physician Preference, Indirect Spend, Capital Equipment.
• Experience in healthcare, logistics, consulting, or supply chain preferred.
• Experience leading direct and/or indirect teams preferred.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead program structure, processes, workplans, performance metrics, deliverables, and goal achievement across the assigned portfolio.
• Manage a portfolio of multidisciplinary contracts, including RFP development, complex negotiations, contract terms, utilization, and provider onboarding.
• Use market intelligence, financial analysis, healthcare trends, and subject matter expertise to develop portfolio and contracting strategies and recommend workplan priorities.
• Engage provider committees, councils, panels, and task forces to gather input, support contracting decisions, and incorporate feedback into program improvements.
• Identify provider and supplier targets, new business opportunities, value propositions, and capabilities that expand program value.
• Manage project expectations, timelines, risks, and stakeholder updates while providing timely recommendations and resolutions.
• Demonstrates assertiveness, strong organizational skills, and the ability to learn quickly, take ownership, and work independently with minimal ongoing direction.
• Communicate savings initiatives, contracting updates, opportunities, next steps, successes, and challenges to Vizient leadership and key customer stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal and external customers, while mentoring others and supporting stakeholder training on program components.
• Continuously improve program processes, outcomes, and deliverables through collaboration, feedback, and best practices.

Skills

Sourcing programs

Contract negotiations

Portfolio management

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

When you're the best, we're the best. We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents while living and working as their authentic selves. We provide extensive opportunities for personal and professional development, building both employee competence and organizational capability to fuel exceptional performance through an inclusive environment both now and in the future.

Summary:

In this role, you will lead sourcing programs for a group of Vizient health systems, aligning contracting strategies with business objectives to deliver cost savings, performance improvement, and supply chain value. You will independently manage program operations, portfolio strategy, and quality assurance while serving as a trusted advisor and subject matter specialist to providers. You will model Vizient's values of Bold, Accountable, Inclusive, and Purposeful while strengthening provider and supplier value and contract commitment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead program structure, processes, workplans, performance metrics, deliverables, and goal achievement across the assigned portfolio.
• Manage a portfolio of multidisciplinary contracts, including RFP development, complex negotiations, contract terms, utilization, and provider onboarding.
• Use market intelligence, financial analysis, healthcare trends, and subject matter expertise to develop portfolio and contracting strategies and recommend workplan priorities.
• Engage provider committees, councils, panels, and task forces to gather input, support contracting decisions, and incorporate feedback into program improvements.
• Identify provider and supplier targets, new business opportunities, value propositions, and capabilities that expand program value.
• Manage project expectations, timelines, risks, and stakeholder updates while providing timely recommendations and resolutions.
• Demonstrates assertiveness, strong organizational skills, and the ability to learn quickly, take ownership, and work independently with minimal ongoing direction.
• Communicate savings initiatives, contracting updates, opportunities, next steps, successes, and challenges to Vizient leadership and key customer stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal and external customers, while mentoring others and supporting stakeholder training on program components.
• Continuously improve program processes, outcomes, and deliverables through collaboration, feedback, and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 2 or more years of relevant experience required.
• Experience contracting in med-highly complex categories (Physician Preference, Indirect Spend, Capital Equipment).
• Experience in healthcare, logistics, consulting, or supply chain preferred.
• Experience leading direct and/or indirect teams preferred.
• Lean or project management experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in direct contract negotiations, including closing large-scale negotiations, preferred.
• Willingness to travel.

Estimated Hiring Range:

At Vizient, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances. The current salary range for this role is $77,400.00 to $135,400.00.

This position is also incentive eligible.

Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:

http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.