Strategic Sourcing & Contracts Associate

Vizient, Inc; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking an Associate Sourcing Executive in Irving, TX to support sourcing and contracting activities that reduce spend and improve efficiency. You will assist with drafting, redlining, and negotiation prep while learning sourcing fundamentals under senior guidance.

You will help with data collection, RFP support, supplier coordination, and contract documentation, building critical analytics and stakeholder collaboration skills in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred in business, supply chain, legal studies, or related field.
• No prior experience required.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Hybrid work model with three days in the office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with contract drafting, redlining, and document preparation under the direction of senior team members.
• Support negotiation preparation by organizing materials, summarizing information, and capturing discussion points.
• Gather data and basic market insights to support sourcing strategy development.
• Assist in creating and distributing RFPs and collecting supplier responses.
• Coordinate scheduling for supplier meetings, demos, and internal discussions.
• Maintain sourcing documentation, workflows, and templates using established tools and systems.
• Support contract maintenance activities by preparing updates, tracking changes, and validating information.
• Prepare meeting materials, take notes, and track next steps for internal and supplier discussions.
• Provide general administrative and project support across sourcing activities.
• Build foundational communication and relationship-management skills by interacting professionally with suppliers and internal partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Relevant degree preferred

Job description

Vizient, Inc. is seeking an Associate Sourcing Executive in Irving, TX to support sourcing and contracting activities that reduce spend and improve efficiency. You will assist with drafting, redlining, and negotiation prep while learning sourcing fundamentals under senior guidance.

You will help with data collection, RFP support, supplier coordination, and contract documentation, building critical analytics and stakeholder collaboration skills in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.