Senior Strategic Sourcing & Category Leader (Hybrid)

Vizient, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive plan

Comprehensive benefits plan

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. in Chicago, IL, seeks a strategic sourcing professional to lead category strategies and supplier negotiations, driving value for clients.

You will analyze spend data, collaborate with clinicians and value analysis teams, and support contract execution to improve quality and cost outcomes. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in sourcing or category management, strong analytics, and excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in strategic sourcing or category management.
• Experience supporting sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, or category management.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in spend and market data.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Healthcare, consulting, or regulated-industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for assigned product and service categories.
• Partner to manage sourcing initiatives from identification through implementation.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and spend analyses to support strategies.
• Coordinate negotiations, contracts, and implementation planning.
• Analyze spend data and market trends to identify savings and improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

AI fluency

Travel readiness

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Vizient, Inc. in Chicago, IL, seeks a strategic sourcing professional to lead category strategies and supplier negotiations, driving value for clients.

You will analyze spend data, collaborate with clinicians and value analysis teams, and support contract execution to improve quality and cost outcomes. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in sourcing or category management, strong analytics, and excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.