Senior Sourcing & Contracts Leader (Hybrid)

Vizient; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient is seeking an experienced negotiator to lead high-impact sourcing and contracting strategies across healthcare categories. You will guide complex negotiations with Legal and manage the full sourcing lifecycle from opportunity assessment to supplier implementation.

The role requires 5+ years of relevant experience, strong analytical and presentation skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Hybrid work with multiple office locations and travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred (Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or related field).
• 5+ years of relevant experience required.
• Expertise in drafting, redlining, and negotiating complex terms and conditions required.
• Proven ability to lead complex sourcing initiatives.
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional verbal communication and presentation skills for facilitating supplier discussions and aligning stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Hybrid work model: three days in office; offices in Irving TX, Chicago IL, Nashville TN, Charlotte NC, Centennial CO.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiation of complex contract terms and conditions and structure innovative solutions that meet client needs.
• Partner with Legal to draft, refine, and validate contract language for accuracy, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Manage the full sourcing lifecycle, including opportunity assessment, RFP design, bid evaluation, supplier selection, and implementation support.
• Develop sourcing strategies based on spend analysis, market trends, benchmarking, and supplier dynamics.
• Identify and propose cost-savings initiatives grounded in financial analysis and market intelligence.
• Oversee contract maintenance, including amendments, renewals, compliance evaluation, and performance monitoring.
• Use analytical tools and contracting platforms to support workflow efficiency, documentation accuracy, and savings tracking.
• Present negotiation updates, sourcing strategies, risks, and recommendations to clients and internal leadership.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Communicate complex strategies and negotiations clearly and effectively to executive-level audiences.

Skills

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Negotiation

Education

Relevant degree

Business/related field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vizient is seeking an experienced negotiator to lead high-impact sourcing and contracting strategies across healthcare categories. You will guide complex negotiations with Legal and manage the full sourcing lifecycle from opportunity assessment to supplier implementation.

The role requires 5+ years of relevant experience, strong analytical and presentation skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Hybrid work with multiple office locations and travel is expected.