Strategic Sourcing & Contracts Specialist

Vizient; Centennial (CO); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits plan

Incentive eligibility

Job summary

Vizient is seeking a procurement professional to help develop and execute sourcing and contracting strategies that reduce spend and improve operational efficiency. You will draft, redline, and negotiate terms under guidance, while supporting the full sourcing lifecycle from data analysis to supplier engagement and contract maintenance.

You will work closely with internal teams and suppliers to strengthen communication and stakeholder management, contributing to PPI/Clinical category expertise.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience required.
• Foundational experience in contract review, redlining, or negotiation support preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with data and identify trends.
• Exceptional verbal communication and presentation skills, critical for stakeholder alignment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• This role follows a hybrid work model, three days per week in the office; locations include Irving, TX; Chicago, IL; Charlotte, NC; Nashville, TN and Centennial, CO.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and redlining contract terms and conditions under guidance.
• Participate in supplier negotiations by preparing materials and contributing to discussions.
• Support alignment between clients, suppliers, and internal teams by gathering information and documenting updates.
• Ensure contract documents reflect updates and adhere to standards.
• Elevate complex negotiation items to senior sourcing executives for guidance.
• Contribute to sourcing strategies by analyzing data, market insights, and supplier information.
• Assist in RFP creation, distribution, bid collection, and initial evaluations.
• Coordinate supplier communications and scheduling for sourcing activities.
• Support contract maintenance activities, including amendments, renewals, and pricing validations.
• Prepare communication materials summarizing sourcing progress, opportunities, and supplier updates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Presentation skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vizient is seeking a procurement professional to help develop and execute sourcing and contracting strategies that reduce spend and improve operational efficiency. You will draft, redline, and negotiate terms under guidance, while supporting the full sourcing lifecycle from data analysis to supplier engagement and contract maintenance.

You will work closely with internal teams and suppliers to strengthen communication and stakeholder management, contributing to PPI/Clinical category expertise.