Strategic Spend & Analytics Leader

Vizient, Inc; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient, Inc seeks a senior client program leader to drive complex workplans, translate analytics into actionable guidance, and optimize contract performance across healthcare supply chains. You will build trusted advisor relationships with client leaders, influence executive decisions, and mentor teams while advancing continuous improvement initiatives.

The role demands substantial travel, deep data analytics capabilities, and strong leadership to align Vizient solutions with client priorities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in account management, category management, or healthcare supply chain
• Proven ability to analyze complex data and communicate insights to senior executives
• Deep understanding of contract lifecycle management and performance optimization
• Exceptional leadership, facilitation, and influencing skills with executive-level presence
• Experience leading organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives
• Willingness to travel

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of client workplans and manage complex programs independently.
• Cultivate strategic, trust-based relationships with client leaders by aligning Vizient solutions with priorities, driving collaboration, and influencing long-term partnership growth.
• Leverage advanced data analysis and interpretation to translate analytics into strategic recommendations that drive measurable impact.
• Employ analytical storytelling to communicate findings and insights that drive informed decision-making.
• Oversee contract performance across multiple categories to optimize utilization and value realization.
• Lead strategic initiatives and facilitate executive-level discussions to align goals and identify new opportunities.
• Provide strategic guidance and consultation across multiple functions, serving as a trusted advisor to clients.
• Operate autonomously, mentor peers, and support standardization and continuous improvement efforts across the team.

Skills

Account management

Category management

Executive-level communication

Data analysis

Leadership

Travel willingness

Education

Relevant degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Salesforce

Analytics platforms

Job description

Vizient, Inc seeks a senior client program leader to drive complex workplans, translate analytics into actionable guidance, and optimize contract performance across healthcare supply chains. You will build trusted advisor relationships with client leaders, influence executive decisions, and mentor teams while advancing continuous improvement initiatives.

The role demands substantial travel, deep data analytics capabilities, and strong leadership to align Vizient solutions with client priorities