Strategic Sourcing Director, Reserve Program (Hybrid)

Vizient, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. in Chicago seeks a senior sourcing leader to drive growth of the Vizient Reserve portfolio by identifying market opportunities, building supplier partnerships, and delivering contracting strategies.

You will negotiate across pharmacy and medical-surgical categories, forecast revenue opportunities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align initiatives with client expectations. Hybrid schedule: 3 days on site.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant experience required.
• Sourcing lifecycle knowledge; healthcare sourcing preferred.
• Contracting and negotiation with ability to position value with suppliers.
• Strong collaborative attitude and team-first mindset.
• Accountability and ownership in achieving objectives.
• Creative problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel.
• Hybrid schedule—3 days on site.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of the strategic sourcing plan to expand Vizient Reserve.
• Develop and optimize sourcing structures, processes, and procedures.
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize market opportunities based on trends.
• Cultivate executive-level relationships with key suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts across pharmacy, medical-surgical, and other categories.
• Analyze healthcare market dynamics and cost drivers to inform strategies.
• Forecast revenue opportunities and monitor portfolio performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing with priorities.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and contract performance for continuous improvement.

Skills

Collaborative mindset

Team player

Accountability

Analytical skills

Creative problem-solving

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Vizient, Inc. in Chicago seeks a senior sourcing leader to drive growth of the Vizient Reserve portfolio by identifying market opportunities, building supplier partnerships, and delivering contracting strategies.

You will negotiate across pharmacy and medical-surgical categories, forecast revenue opportunities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align initiatives with client expectations. Hybrid schedule: 3 days on site.