Senior Healthcare Sourcing & Contract Negotiations

Vizient; Centennial (CO); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive eligible

Benefits package

Job summary

Vizient is seeking a seasoned contract strategist to develop customized strategies for complex contracting needs across physician and clinical preferences, purchased services, and capital. You will lead negotiations with legal, clients, and suppliers, build consensus, and draft actionable recommendations that drive cost savings and business objectives.

You will collaborate with clients to tailor contracts to specific requirements, analyze data for opportunities, and guide teammates to achieve

Qualifications

• Degree in business, supply chain, legal studies, healthcare administration or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in healthcare, clinical or pharmacy.
• Experience drafting, redlining and negotiating complex terms.
• Proven ability to lead complex negotiations.
• Strong analytical, financial and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; advanced Excel experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Hybrid role requiring three days in the office at Irving, TX; Chicago, IL; Centennial, CO; willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop customized contract strategies and recommendations for complex contracting needs.
• Lead negotiations with legal, clients, and suppliers to establish terms and execute agreements.
• Prepare and analyze RFPs to evaluate options and develop contracting recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal and external clients to develop contracts addressing requirements.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives for large or complex client accounts and projects.
• Analyze cost and utilization data to identify savings opportunities and process improvements.
• Monitor contract compliance to support cost savings and program objectives.
• Support supplier relationships through coordination of cross-references, in-services, trials, and issue resolution.
• Develop and deliver communication strategies to convey recommendations and opportunities to clients and audiences.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Excel

Time management

Travel readiness

Education

Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vizient is seeking a seasoned contract strategist to develop customized strategies for complex contracting needs across physician and clinical preferences, purchased services, and capital. You will lead negotiations with legal, clients, and suppliers, build consensus, and draft actionable recommendations that drive cost savings and business objectives.

You will collaborate with clients to tailor contracts to specific requirements, analyze data for opportunities, and guide teammates to achieve