Strategic Sourcing Lead, Healthcare Programs & Contracts

Vizient, Inc.; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Incentive eligible

Benefits plan

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. seeks a senior strategist to lead the growth of the Vizient Reserve sourcing portfolio.

You will identify market opportunities, build supplier partnerships, and deliver contracting strategies that create client value. You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate market-leading agreements across pharmacy and medical-surgical categories, and forecast revenue opportunities in a dynamic healthcare market.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 7 or more years of relevant experience required.
• Sourcing experience with understanding of the sourcing lifecycle, healthcare experience highly preferred.
• Contracting and negotiation experience with the ability to position value with suppliers.
• Strong collaborative attitude and team-first mindset.
• Demonstrated accountability and ownership in achieving business objectives.
• Creative problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the strategic sourcing plan to expand the Vizient Reserve portfolio.
• Develop and optimize sourcing structures, processes, and procedures that support program objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize market opportunities based on industry trends and anticipated client needs.
• Cultivate and maintain executive-level relationships with key suppliers to establish mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Negotiate contracts across pharmacy, medical-surgical, and other assigned sourcing categories to maximize value for clients.
• Analyze healthcare market dynamics, operational models, and cost drivers to inform sourcing strategies.
• Forecast revenue opportunities and monitor portfolio performance to support business growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing initiatives with organizational priorities and client expectations.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and contract performance to drive continuous improvement and long-term value.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Vizient, Inc. seeks a senior strategist to lead the growth of the Vizient Reserve sourcing portfolio.

You will identify market opportunities, build supplier partnerships, and deliver contracting strategies that create client value. You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate market-leading agreements across pharmacy and medical-surgical categories, and forecast revenue opportunities in a dynamic healthcare market.