Strategic Sourcing Programs Manager

Vizient, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a capable program leader to manage sourcing initiatives for a group of Vizient health systems. You will independently manage portfolio strategy, contract terms, and provider onboarding to deliver cost savings and value across the portfolio.

The role requires strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to translate market intelligence into actionable contracting plans, while mentoring others and upholding Vizient's values.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience contracting in highly complex categories such as Physician Preference, Indirect Spend, Capital Equipment.
• Experience in healthcare, logistics, consulting, or supply chain preferred.
• Experience leading direct and/or indirect teams preferred.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead program structure, processes, workplans, performance metrics, deliverables, and goal achievement across the assigned portfolio.
• Manage a portfolio of multidisciplinary contracts, including RFP development, complex negotiations, contract terms, utilization, and provider onboarding.
• Use market intelligence, financial analysis, healthcare trends, and subject matter expertise to develop portfolio and contracting strategies and recommend workplan priorities.
• Engage provider committees, councils, panels, and task forces to gather input, support contracting decisions, and incorporate feedback into program improvements.
• Identify provider and supplier targets, new business opportunities, value propositions, and capabilities that expand program value.
• Manage project expectations, timelines, risks, and stakeholder updates while providing timely recommendations and resolutions.
• Demonstrates assertiveness, strong organizational skills, and the ability to learn quickly, take ownership, and work independently with minimal ongoing direction.
• Communicate savings initiatives, contracting updates, opportunities, next steps, successes, and challenges to Vizient leadership and key customer stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal and external customers, while mentoring others and supporting stakeholder training on program components.
• Continuously improve program processes, outcomes, and deliverables through collaboration, feedback, and best practices.

Skills

Sourcing programs

Contract negotiations

Portfolio management

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a capable program leader to manage sourcing initiatives for a group of Vizient health systems. You will independently manage portfolio strategy, contract terms, and provider onboarding to deliver cost savings and value across the portfolio.

The role requires strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to translate market intelligence into actionable contracting plans, while mentoring others and upholding Vizient's values.