Sr. Spend Manager

Vizient, Inc.

$88K — $155K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Relevant degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience required.
  • Experience in account management, category management, or healthcare supply chain preferred.
  • Proven ability to analyze complex data and communicate insights effectively.
  • Strong knowledge of contract lifecycle management and optimization.
  • Demonstrated leadership and executive-level influencing skills.
  • Experience with organizational change initiatives.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with Salesforce and analytics platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution of client workplan, managing complex programs and strategic initiatives.
  • Cultivate strategic relationships with client leaders, aligning solutions with priorities.
  • Analyze data to develop strategic recommendations that drive business outcomes.
  • Communicate analytical findings through data storytelling to influence decision-making.
  • Oversee contract performance to maximize contract utilization and value realization.
  • Facilitate executive-level discussions to align goals and identify opportunities.
  • Provide strategic consultation to client stakeholders across multiple functions.
  • Mentor team members, promoting standardization and continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits plan including health and wellness programs.
  • Opportunity for professional development and continuous learning.
  • Incentives linked to performance and contributions.
  • Supportive work culture fostering strategic partnerships.
Full Job Description
In this role, you will support the Regents of the University of California in delivering high-quality, cost-effective healthcare by driving contract utilization and implementing Vizient supply chain solutions. You will partner with the Vizient Spend Executive and Category Management team to align supply chain strategies with the client's organizational priorities, leveraging analytics, contract optimization, and Vizient resources to deliver measurable value through cost savings, contract penetration, and operational improvement.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead execution of the client workplan while independently managing complex programs and strategic initiatives.
  • Cultivate strategic relationships with client leaders by aligning Vizient solutions with organizational priorities and fostering long-term partnerships.
  • Analyze and interpret complex data to develop strategic recommendations that drive measurable business outcomes.
  • Communicate analytical findings through compelling data storytelling to influence informed decision-making.
  • Oversee contract performance across multiple categories to maximize contract utilization and value realization.
  • Facilitate executive-level discussions that align strategic goals, address business challenges, and identify opportunities for continued value.
  • Provide strategic consultation and serve as a trusted advisor to client stakeholders across multiple functional areas.
  • Mentor team members while promoting standardization, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
  • Apply advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions for complex client challenges.


Qualifications:
  • Relevant degree preferred.
  • 5 or more years of relevant experience required.
  • Experience in account management, category management, or healthcare supply chain preferred.
  • Proven ability to analyze complex data and communicate strategic insights to executive-level audiences.
  • Strong knowledge of contract lifecycle management and contract performance optimization.
  • Demonstrated leadership, facilitation, and executive-level influencing skills.
  • Experience leading organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Salesforce and analytics platforms preferred.
  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and mentoring team members.
  • Willingness to travel.


Estimated Hiring Range:
At Vizient, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances. The current salary range for this role is $88,900.00 to $155,500.00.

This position is also incentive eligible.

Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:

http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers

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