Executive Director – GPO Delivery and Optimization

Premier Inc.

. Own one of five GPO Delivery pods and its collective delivery performance across assigned accounts .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $164,000 - $305,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in GPO Contract Lifecycle Management and Performance Optimization, with a strong focus on data analysis and strategic recommendations. Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex accounts, and drive organizational change while cultivating relationships with senior executives.

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GPO Contract Lifecycle ManagementData Analysis and CommunicationLeadership and People ManagementPower BI and Analytics PlatformsAccount Management in Healthcare Supply Chain

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisContract Performance ManagementGPO Growth and Penetration TrackingExcelPowerPointSalesforceAI-Enabled ToolsContinuous ImprovementOrganizational Change ManagementKPI Accountability

Soft Skills

LeadershipInfluencing SkillsCommunicationResilienceCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Power BISalesforceAnalytics Platforms

Industry Keywords

Healthcare Supply ChainAccount ManagementCategory ManagementSourcingContracting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own one of five GPO Delivery pods and its collective delivery performance across assigned accounts
Lead execution strategy across the pod’s full portfolio of accounts while managing a subset of strategic accounts
Oversee contract performance management, utilization, and value realization across categories and accounts
Leverage technology, AI, Power BI partnerships, MVE, and other analytics resources to develop strategic recommendations and model contracting scenarios
Communicate analytical findings and influence decisions with member executives, physicians, and clinicians
Ensure annual growth forecasts and business reviews are completed for every account
Hold the pod accountable for complete member data submissions and accurate analytics and GPO growth/penetration tracking
Serve as the primary contact and quarterback for GPO-related activities between Supply Chain and Premier
Cultivate trust-based relationships with senior member supply chain executives and leaders
Lead strategic initiatives and executive-level discussions to align goals, resolve conflict, and identify opportunities
Advise stakeholders across GPO contracting, portfolio SMEs, and Premier
Engage physicians and clinicians when clinical alignment is required
Coordinate with COE leadership, account coaches, Rx, Food, and Portfolio Advisors
Align supply chain and pharmacy goals between members and Premier
Hold the team accountable to KPIs and targets for contract growth, penetration, and member savings/value
Hire, coach, develop, and performance-manage the pod; own talent calibration and succession planning
Mentor the team and drive standardization, continuous improvement, and organizational change
Resolve the pod’s most complex client and internal issues as the escalation point
Personally manage strategic accounts in this active account-management leadership role

Requirements

What you’ll need

10 or more years of applicable experience
Bachelor’s degree required
12+ years in account management, category management, sourcing/contracting, or healthcare supply chain leadership
Proven track record analyzing complex data and communicating insights to C-suite executives, physicians, and clinicians
Deep expertise in GPO contract lifecycle management and performance optimization at an enterprise/portfolio level
Exceptional leadership, facilitation, and influencing skills with polished executive presence
People management experience at scale, including hiring, coaching, and developing a team of 10+
Experience leading organizational change and continuous improvement across a multi-account portfolio
Ability to operate with full autonomy, manage competing priorities across a team, and mentor others
Resilience and resourcefulness; ability to deliver under ambiguity
Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with Salesforce and analytics platforms, including Power BI and AI-enabled tools
Ability to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods
Ability to adapt and change priorities quickly and meet deadlines
Attention to detail
Ability to operate computer programs and software
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and electronically
Ability to work collaboratively in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions
Ability to make independent decisions
Ability to travel 21–40% within the US

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
401k retirement program
Paid time off
Participation in Premier’s employee incentive plans
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
Perks and discounts
Access to on-site and online exercise classes