Senior Spend Manager

Vizient, Inc; West Reading (Berks County); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a seasoned professional to lead complex client programs, translate analytics into actionable recommendations, and optimize contract performance. You will cultivate trusted relationships with client leaders, influence executive decisions, and drive continuous improvement across the team.

You will operate autonomously, mentor peers, and guide strategic initiatives that align Vizient solutions with client priorities, traveling as needed to client sites.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of client workplans and manage complex programs independently.

Skills

Leadership

Executive presence

Strategic thinking

Data-driven insights

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Excel

PowerPoint

Analytics platforms

Job description

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.

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.
• Must work on site at client site - Hybrid Schedule.

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!

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.

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.