Senior Spend Manager

Vizient; Tower City (Schuylkill County); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan

Incentive eligible

Job summary

Vizient in West Reading, PA is seeking a senior client programs leader to drive complex workplans and deliver measurable value. You will cultivate trusted relationships with client leaders, translate advanced analytics into actionable recommendations, and align Vizient solutions with client priorities.

The role requires executive presence, strong data storytelling, and the ability to guide cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in account management, category management, or healthcare supply chain.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data and communicate actionable insights 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.
• Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Salesforce and analytics platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of client workplans and manage complex programs independently.
• Cultivate strategic, trust-based relationships with client leaders by aligning Vizient solutions with priorities, driving collaboration, and supporting long-term partnership growth.
• Leverage advanced data analysis to translate complex information into strategic recommendations that drive measurable impact.
• Employ analytical storytelling to communicate findings and insights that support informed decision-making.
• Oversee contract performance across multiple categories to optimize utilization and value realization.
• Lead strategic initiatives and facilitate executive-level discussions to align goals and identify new opportunities.
• Provide strategic guidance across multiple functions and serve as a trusted advisor to clients.
• Operate autonomously, mentor peers, and support standardization and continuous improvement across the team.
• Apply advanced problem-solving and critical thinking to complex issues and implement innovative solutions.

Skills

Account management

Category management

Healthcare supply chain

Data analysis

Executive communication

Contract lifecycle management

Leadership

Facilitation

Influencing

Organizational change

Continuous improvement

Education

Relevant degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Salesforce

Analytics platforms

Job description

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

In this role, you will lead complex client programs and execute strategic workplans that deliver measurable value. You will cultivate trusted relationships with client leaders, translate advanced analytics into actionable recommendations, optimize contract performance, and lead strategic initiatives that align Vizient solutions with client priorities. You will serve as a trusted advisor, influence executive-level decision-making, and support continuous improvement across the team. Hybrid Schedule 3 days onsite.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of client workplans and manage complex programs independently.
• Cultivate strategic, trust-based relationships with client leaders by aligning Vizient solutions with priorities, driving collaboration, and supporting long-term partnership growth.
• Leverage advanced data analysis to translate complex information into strategic recommendations that drive measurable impact.
• Employ analytical storytelling to communicate findings and insights that support informed decision-making.
• Oversee contract performance across multiple categories to optimize utilization and value realization.
• Lead strategic initiatives and facilitate executive-level discussions to align goals and identify new opportunities.
• Provide strategic guidance across multiple functions and serve as a trusted advisor to clients.
• Operate autonomously, mentor peers, and support standardization and continuous improvement across the team.
• Apply advanced problem-solving and critical thinking to complex issues and implement innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in account management, category management, or healthcare supply chain.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data and communicate actionable insights 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.
• Expertise 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.
• Hybrid schedule at Client Site -3 days a week.
• Location in West Reading PA.

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: 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.