Sourcing Program Services Director

Jobtailor; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Irving, TX is seeking a senior sourcing professional to lead the strategic sourcing plan and expand the Vizient Reserve portfolio, coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to maximize value. You will lead supplier assessments and monitor performance against targets.

You will identify market opportunities, negotiate contracts across pharmacy, medical-surgical, and other categories, and drive cross‑functional alignment with client expectations while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have experience with the sourcing lifecycle in healthcare.
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and position value with suppliers.
• Strong collaborative mindset and ownership of objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of strategic sourcing plans.
• Develop and optimize sourcing structures and processes.
• Identify and prioritize market opportunities.
• Manage executive relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts across categories to maximize client value.
• Analyze market dynamics to inform strategies.
• Forecast revenue opportunities and monitor portfolio performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing with priorities.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Healthcare sourcing

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Analytical thinking

Travel readiness

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the strategic sourcing plan to expand the Vizient Reserve portfolio.
• Develop and optimize sourcing structures, processes, and procedures that support program objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize market opportunities based on industry trends and anticipated client needs.
• Cultivate and maintain executive‑level relationships with key suppliers to establish mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Negotiate contracts across pharmacy, medical‑surgical, and other assigned sourcing categories to maximize value for clients.
• Analyze healthcare market dynamics, operational models, and cost drivers to inform sourcing strategies.
• Forecast revenue opportunities and monitor portfolio performance to support business growth.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align sourcing initiatives with organizational priorities and client expectations.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and contract performance to drive continuous improvement and long‑term value.

Requirements

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 7 or more years of relevant experience required.
• Sourcing experience with demonstrated understanding of the sourcing lifecycle, healthcare sourcing experience highly preferred.
• Contracting and negotiation experience with the ability to position value with suppliers.
• Strong collaborative attitude and team‑first mindset.
• Demonstrated accountability and ownership in achieving business objectives.
• Creative problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel.