Senior Director, Spend Management Services – Clinical Categories

Vizient, Inc

. Lead a high-performing sourcing function or department by setting strategic priorities, expectations, accountability measures, and operating rhythms .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $135,200 - $236,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management, with a strong focus on performance measurement and operational improvement. Proven ability to lead teams, drive organizational change, and integrate AI into business strategies while ensuring compliance and stakeholder engagement.

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Strategic SourcingSupplier NegotiationsContract ManagementPeople LeadershipAI Integration

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Hard Skills

Contract PlanningSupplier Relationship ManagementFinancial AnalysisPerformance Metrics AnalysisGovernance Practices DevelopmentOperational ImprovementProblem-SolvingStakeholder ManagementCustom Agreement Portfolio DevelopmentCompliance Requirements Understanding

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationPresentation SkillsNegotiation SkillsTeam LeadershipChange Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainHealthcare AdministrationClient EngagementConsultingMatrixed Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a high-performing sourcing function or department by setting strategic priorities, expectations, accountability measures, and operating rhythms
Develop and coach leaders and team members through feedback, talent development, succession planning, performance routines, and follow-up
Guide organizational change and adoption of new tools and ways of working
Oversee the lifecycle of 1099 contractor resource engagements
Lead custom client sourcing and contracting strategies
Oversee opportunity assessment, contract planning, RFP strategy, supplier engagement, negotiation, implementation, contract maintenance, and value realization
Develop customized contract and program portfolios
Serve as escalation point for complex contract structures, supplier negotiations, client needs, sourcing strategy decisions, and cross-functional issue resolution
Partner with client executives, representatives, and internal stakeholders to understand needs, negotiate solutions, implement agreements, and track program success
Collaborate with Legal, Analytics, Sales / Client Executives, Information and Data Services, Operations, Compliance, and Category teams
Present sourcing strategies, supplier recommendations, financial analyses, risks, and implementation plans
Maintain and strengthen key supplier relationships
Oversee complex supplier negotiations and guide team members on strategy, issue resolution, contract language, documentation, and compliance
Identify supplier, market, and portfolio opportunities for revenue, value creation, supply assurance, and operational improvement
Analyze performance data, metrics, financial results, client value, savings, operational outcomes, and revenue opportunities
Develop programs, processes, training, governance practices, and systems for quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement
Champion AI-enabled transformation with governance, quality, responsible use, readiness, and output validation
Measure and communicate sourcing outcomes, savings, value realization, supplier performance, implementation success, operational improvements, and client ROI

Requirements

What you’ll need

Relevant degree preferred (Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, Finance, Operations Management, or related field; advanced degree a plus)
10 or more years progressive experience in strategic sourcing, contracting, supplier negotiations, supply chain, client engagement, consulting, or healthcare-related contracting required
3 or more years of people leadership experience
Demonstrated success leading sourcing strategy, contract planning, supplier negotiations, and custom agreement portfolio development in complex or matrixed environments
Strong understanding of contracting processes, contract language, compliance requirements, supplier relationship management, value tracking, and sourcing lifecycle execution
Advanced financial, analytical, problem-solving, executive communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills
Experience developing business processes, training materials, operating rhythms, tools, governance practices, or systems
Advanced capability to lead performance through multiple leaders, guide significant functional change, and strengthen leadership effectiveness
Advanced expertise integrating AI into business strategy, operational improvement, and organizational change while promoting responsible AI practices
Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
Willingness to travel
Ability to work three days per week in the office

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits plan
Incentive eligibility
Hybrid work model