Strategic Spend & Contracts Leader - Healthcare

Vizient; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive eligible

Job summary

Vizient in Chicago is seeking a Senior Associate to support a large health system IDN by driving contract utilization and implementing Vizient supply chain solutions. You will collaborate with the Spend Executive and Category Management to align with client goals and deliver measurable value through cost savings and optimization.

Responsibilities include executing the client workplan, leveraging Vizient analytics, mentoring peers, and driving continuous improvement across functions.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred.
• 5 or more years of experience in account management, category management, or healthcare supply chain.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data and communicate insights effectively 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.
• Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Salesforce and analytics platforms preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and mentor team members.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Leads execution of the client workplan and manages complex programs independently.
• Cultivates strategic, trust-based relationships with client leaders by aligning Vizient solutions to their priorities, driving collaboration, and influencing long-term partnership growth.
• Leverages advanced data analysis and interpretation to synthesize analytics into strategic recommendations that drive measurable impact.
• Employs analytical storytelling to communicate findings and convey insights that drive informed decision-making.
• Oversees contract performance management across multiple categories, ensuring optimal utilization and value realization.
• Leads strategic initiatives and facilitates executive-level discussions to align goals and identify new opportunities.
• Provides strategic guidance and consultation to stakeholders across multiple functions, serving as a trusted advisor.
• Operates autonomously, mentors peers, and supports standardization and continuous improvement efforts within the team.
• Applies advanced problem-solving and critical thinking to complex issues, developing and implementing innovative solutions.

Skills

Account management

Category management

Healthcare supply chain

Data analysis

Executive communication

Leadership

Change management

Mentoring

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Salesforce

Analytics platforms

Job description

Vizient in Chicago is seeking a Senior Associate to support a large health system IDN by driving contract utilization and implementing Vizient supply chain solutions. You will collaborate with the Spend Executive and Category Management to align with client goals and deliver measurable value through cost savings and optimization.

Responsibilities include executing the client workplan, leveraging Vizient analytics, mentoring peers, and driving continuous improvement across functions.