Senior Supply Chain Program & Operations Partner

Vizient, Inc; Oklahoma City (OK); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. in Oklahoma City is seeking an embedded supply chain advisor to partner with client teams, drive performance, and lead cross-functional improvement initiatives. The role emphasizes AI-enabled analysis, procurement execution, and governance adherence in a hybrid, Oklahoma City-based environment.

You will manage programs across Vizient’s NOC and NPC, engage with leadership, and influence without direct authority while supporting continuous improvement and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience required.
• Independent management of complex operational workstreams and cross-functional influence.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with metrics interpretation.
• Knowledge of healthcare supply chain, procurement, PO management and controls.
• Experience with operational improvement, process documentation and tech adoption.
• Advanced AI proficiency and responsible AI usage.
• Familiarity with Oracle Cloud, Workday, GHX, Wavemark or similar systems.
• Strong communication, relationship management, and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with client Supply Chain teams to analyze metrics, spend trends, and workflows to identify improvements.
• Coordinate procurement, supply chain, and inventory optimization initiatives and provide end-user training.
• Lead assigned operational improvement workstreams and drive implementation of approved solutions.
• Strengthen financial controls and promote purchasing compliance and PO utilization.
• Participate in client meetings and governance initiatives to support alignment and continuous improvement.
• Apply advanced AI capabilities to enhance analysis, decision-making, and process improvements.

Skills

AI proficiency

Healthcare SCM

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical skills

Spend analysis

Communication

Education

Degree preferred

Tools

Oracle Cloud

Workday

GHX

Wavemark

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 serve as an embedded supply chain advisor within Vizient’s National Operations Center (NOC), partnering with client Supply Chain Operations teams to strengthen operational performance, improve processes, and support strategic initiatives. You will leverage operational metrics, spend analysis, and purchasing compliance insights to identify improvement opportunities, resolve complex operational challenges, and coordinate solutions across client teams, the National Procurement Center (NPC), and other Vizient resources. You will independently manage assigned programs and operational workstreams, influence cross-functional collaboration, and support continuous improvement while maintaining alignment with established governance and operational standards.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with client Supply Chain teams to analyze operational metrics, spend trends, purchasing compliance, and workflows to identify improvement opportunities and support performance goals.
• Coordinate procurement, supply chain, and inventory technology optimization initiatives, including process enhancements, system adoption, and end‑user training.
• Lead assigned operational improvement workstreams, facilitate cross‑functional collaboration, secure appropriate approvals, and drive implementation of approved solutions.
• Strengthen financial controls and spend visibility by promoting purchase order utilization, purchasing compliance, and established procurement processes.
• Execute assigned procurement activities, including inventory substitute orders, no‑charge purchase orders for trial items, and recurring purchase orders in coordination with relevant teams.
• Participate in client Supply Chain operational meetings, technology governance initiatives, and cross‑functional forums to support alignment, issue resolution, and continuous improvement.
• Support supplier‑related initiatives and high‑spend category activities through operational analysis, coordination, and collaboration with appropriate teams.
• Maintain effective relationships with client leadership, Purchasing, Finance, Accounts Payable, Capital Management, IT, Vizient NOC and NPC teams, and suppliers while adhering to established governance and organizational responsibilities.
• Independently manage assigned operational programs, projects, and analytical activities, leveraging subject‑matter expertise and influencing outcomes without direct supervisory authority.
• Apply advanced AI capabilities to enhance operational analysis, decision‑making, communication, and process improvements while evaluating outputs for accuracy, relevance, and responsible use.

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience required.
• Demonstrated experience independently managing complex operational workstreams, resolving issues, and influencing cross‑functional teams without direct authority.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including experience interpreting operational metrics, spend data, purchasing compliance, and workflow trends.
• Knowledge of healthcare supply chain operations, procurement processes, purchase order management, supplier coordination, and financial controls preferred.
• Experience supporting operational improvement initiatives, process documentation, technology adoption, and implementation of approved solutions.
• Advanced AI proficiency, including the ability to apply AI tools to complex business challenges, critically evaluate outputs, and promote effective and responsible AI adoption.
• Familiarity with procurement, supply chain, or inventory management technologies such as Oracle Cloud, Workday, GHX, Wavemark, or similar systems preferred.
• Strong communication, relationship management, training, and documentation skills with the ability to engage clients, internal teams, and suppliers effectively.

This role is based in Oklahoma City, OK and follows a hybrid model of three days/week in the office. Willingness to travel.

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 $61,800.00 to $121,800.00. 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.

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.