Senior Director, Strategic Sourcing & Contracts (Clinical)

Vizient, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Híbrido; USD 135.000 - 237.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Incentive eligible

Descripción de la vacante

Vizient, Inc. seeks a senior leader to guide strategic sourcing, contracting, and supplier negotiations with a focus on AI-enabled transformation.

You will lead cross‑functional teams, collaborate with Legal, Analytics, and Operations, and drive continuous improvement in the contracting lifecycle. The role requires deep experience in strategic sourcing, strong financial acumen, and exceptional stakeholder management.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or higher, healthcare/finance focus preferred.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, contracting, and supplier negotiations.
• Proven leadership of teams and change management in complex environments.
• Strong understanding of contracting processes and compliance requirements.
• Excellent financial, analytical, and negotiation skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead a high-performing function with strategic priorities and operating rhythms.
• Coach leaders and teams with structured feedback and succession planning.
• Guide organizational change and adoption of new tools and ways of working.
• Oversee 1099 contractor resource engagements, onboarding and governance.
• Develop sourcing strategies to reduce spend and maximize value.
• Negotiate complex contracts and manage supplier relationships.
• Present strategies and financial analyses to stakeholders at senior levels.

Conocimientos

People leadership

AI fluency

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Microsoft Office

Executive communication

Educación

Relevant degree

Advanced degree preferred

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Vizient, Inc. seeks a senior leader to guide strategic sourcing, contracting, and supplier negotiations with a focus on AI-enabled transformation.

You will lead cross‑functional teams, collaborate with Legal, Analytics, and Operations, and drive continuous improvement in the contracting lifecycle. The role requires deep experience in strategic sourcing, strong financial acumen, and exceptional stakeholder management.