Senior Spend Manager

Vizient, Inc; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive eligible

Comprehensive benefits plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. collaborates with Broward Health System to deliver high-quality, cost-effective healthcare by driving contract utilization and implementing Vizient supply chain solutions.

You will work closely with the Vizient Spend Executive and Category Management team to align strategic initiatives with client priorities, enabling measurable value through cost savings, contract penetration, and supply chain optimization.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• Experience in account management, category management, or healthcare supply chain preferred.
• Strong ability to analyze complex data and communicate insights to senior executives.
• Deep understanding of contract lifecycle management and performance optimization.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint; Salesforce and analytics experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of the client workplan and manage complex programs independently.
• Cultivate strategic, trust-based relationships with client leaders by aligning Vizient solutions to organizational priorities.
• Leverage advanced data analysis to develop strategic recommendations that drive measurable impact.
• Employ analytical storytelling to communicate findings and support informed decision-making.
• Oversee contract performance management across multiple categories to maximize utilization and value realization.
• Lead strategic initiatives and facilitate executive-level discussions to align goals and identify opportunities.
• Provide strategic guidance across multiple functions as a trusted advisor to stakeholders.
• Operate autonomously while mentoring peers and supporting standardization and continuous improvement.
• Apply advanced problem-solving to develop innovative solutions for complex challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Executive communication

Travel-ready

Stakeholder management

Education

Relevant degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Salesforce

Analytics platforms

Job description

Culture

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

Summary: In this role, you will support Broward Health System in delivering high-quality, cost-effective healthcare by driving contract utilization and implementing Vizient supply chain solutions. You will collaborate closely with the Vizient Spend Executive and Category Management team to align strategic initiatives with client priorities, enabling measurable value through cost savings, contract penetration, and supply chain optimization. You will execute the client workplan by leveraging Vizient tools, analytics, and resources to deliver actionable insights and sustainable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of the client workplan and manage complex programs independently.
• Cultivate strategic, trust-based relationships with client leaders by aligning Vizient solutions to organizational priorities.
• Leverage advanced data analysis and interpretation to develop strategic recommendations that drive measurable impact.
• Employ analytical storytelling techniques to communicate findings and support informed decision-making.
• Oversee contract performance management across multiple categories to maximize utilization and value realization.
• Lead strategic initiatives and facilitate executive-level discussions to align goals and identify new opportunities.
• Provide strategic guidance and consultation across multiple functions while serving as a trusted advisor to stakeholders.
• Operate autonomously while mentoring peers and supporting standardization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Apply advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills to develop innovative solutions for complex challenges.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in account management, category management, or healthcare supply chain preferred.
• Strong ability to analyze complex data and communicate insights effectively to senior executives.
• Deep understanding of contract lifecycle management and performance optimization.
• Exceptional leadership, facilitation, and influencing skills with executive-level presence.
• Experience leading organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Salesforce and analytics platforms preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and mentor team members.
• Willingness to travel.

Salary & Benefits

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 $88,900.00 to $155,500.00. 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

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.

About Vizient

Working at Vizient means shaping the future of healthcare, every day. Alongside our clients, we're building a healthier, more human healthcare system. We connect people, data, and solutions to enable healthcare organizations to improve financial sustainability, enhance system performance, and deliver better care. Headquartered in Irving, Texas, with 11 offices across the United States, Vizient has more than 5,000 employees who bring deep expertise and a shared commitment to transforming healthcare. Together, we're solving some of the industry's most complex challenges while creating opportunities to learn, grow, and drive lasting change for healthcare organizations and the communities they serve.

Through our enterprise of companies, we deliver meaningful impact across the continuum of care: Apexus - The exclusive contractor for 340B Drug Pricing Program, managed by the Health Resources and Services Administration. aptitude - The industry's first online direct contracting market, supporting self-contracting activity between hospitals and suppliers. Kaufman Hall - Leading healthcare advisory services to support our clients in achieving financial, clinical, and operational excellence. Provista - Proven supply chain partner specializing in extended, diagnostic, and preventive care facilities, including surgery centers, home health, and senior living.

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