Strategic Category Director for BPO & Revenue Cycle

Vizient, Inc; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Benefits package

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a Category Management Director to serve as a strategic leader and trusted advisor for assigned category portfolios.

You will lead complex sourcing initiatives, influence stakeholders, and guide value-based decisions across multiple teams and clinicians in a hybrid work model with offices in Irving, TX, and other locations. The role requires 7+ years in category management and strong negotiation, analytics, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in category management or strategic sourcing.
• Experience leading complex sourcing initiatives and negotiations.
• Proven ability to influence executives and cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision making.
• Familiarity with AI tools and responsible use in business.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead category strategies aligned with client priorities.
• Manage end-to-end sourcing, RFI/RFP, negotiations, and contracting.
• Lead stakeholder committees and present recommendations to executives.
• Provide advisory leadership across cross-functional teams.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a Category Management Director to serve as a strategic leader and trusted advisor for assigned category portfolios.

You will lead complex sourcing initiatives, influence stakeholders, and guide value-based decisions across multiple teams and clinicians in a hybrid work model with offices in Irving, TX, and other locations. The role requires 7+ years in category management and strong negotiation, analytics, and communication skills.