Strategic Executive Assistant to SVP, Org Effectiveness

Vizient, Inc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the SVP of Organizational Effectiveness, Learning & Change. You will serve as a trusted strategic partner, manage complex priorities, and coordinate executive operations across the enterprise while upholding Vizient’s values.

This hybrid role requires strong communication, discretion, and the ability to influence through collaboration. The position is based in Chicago, IL, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience in a corporate environment as a senior administrative support role required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams required.
• Workday and Concur are a plus.
• Experience integrating AI tools (Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, etc.) into administrative processes, meeting management, project tracking and executive communication.
• Sharp written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, can-do attitude, approach, and presence.
• Strong organization skills and detail orientation with strong self-direction and results driven.
• Strong project management skills to balance multiple priorities with attention to detail required.
• Experience working with employee resource groups and/or community engagement programs preferred.
• Willingness to travel.
• Hybrid workplace model (3 days in office) at our Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities

• Manage executive calendars and priorities, balancing internal and external demands.
• Prepare briefing materials, agendas, and presentations for strategic discussions.
• Plan and support leadership meetings, offsites, and events with logistics.
• Handle domestic travel arrangements and expense reports per policy.
• Design and maintain systems tracking executive priorities and initiatives.
• Build trusted relationships with executives, leaders, employees, partners, and vendors.
• Coordinate onboarding, employee engagement activities, and team events.
• Protect confidentiality and act as a proactive executive partner for priority initiatives.

Education

Relevant degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Workday

Concur

AI tools integration

Job description

Vizient, Inc. is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the SVP of Organizational Effectiveness, Learning & Change. You will serve as a trusted strategic partner, manage complex priorities, and coordinate executive operations across the enterprise while upholding Vizient’s values.

This hybrid role requires strong communication, discretion, and the ability to influence through collaboration. The position is based in Chicago, IL, with travel as needed.