Senior Director, Strategic Sourcing & Value Delivery

Vizient, Inc.; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. in Irving, TX is seeking a senior sourcing leader to drive a high-performing function, shaping client contracting strategies and delivering measurable value for clients across the portfolio.

You will collaborate with Legal, Analytics, Sales, and Operations to drive negotiations, contract planning, supplier relationships, and continuous improvement while leading teams through organizational change in a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field; advanced degree a plus.
• 10+ years in strategic sourcing, contracting, or healthcare contracting.
• 3+ years of people leadership with experience guiding teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing sourcing function, setting priorities and accountability.
• Oversee the full sourcing lifecycle: opportunity assessment, planning, negotiations, value realization.
• Develop customized contract portfolios to meet client needs and generate savings.
• Collaborate with Legal, Analytics, Sales, and Operations for compliant execution.
• Guide supplier negotiations, improve program value, and manage complex contracts.
• Measure performance, drive continuous improvement, and report savings and ROI.
• Lead organizational change and develop leaders within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic sourcing

Contracting

Negotiation

AI fluency

Financial analysis

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Vizient, Inc. in Irving, TX is seeking a senior sourcing leader to drive a high-performing function, shaping client contracting strategies and delivering measurable value for clients across the portfolio.

You will collaborate with Legal, Analytics, Sales, and Operations to drive negotiations, contract planning, supplier relationships, and continuous improvement while leading teams through organizational change in a hybrid work model.