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 or category management or healthcare supply chain preferred.
  • Ability to analyze complex data and communicate insights to executives.
  • Strong knowledge of contract lifecycle and performance optimization.
  • Demonstrated leadership and influencing skills.
  • Experience in leading change and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with Salesforce is a plus.
  • Ability to mentor team members and manage multiple priorities independently.
  • Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution of complex client workplans and strategic initiatives.
  • Cultivate trust-based relationships with client leaders and align solutions with their priorities.
  • Leverage data analysis to develop strategic recommendations for measurable impact.
  • Employ storytelling to communicate insights and influence decision-making.
  • Oversee contract performance to optimize utilization and value realization.
  • Lead strategic initiatives and facilitate discussions at the executive level.
  • Provide guidance and consultation across multiple functions as a trusted advisor.
  • Mentor team members, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
  • Apply critical thinking to develop innovative solutions for complex challenges.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Employee assistance programs addressing mental health and wellness
  • Incentive opportunities based on performance.
Full Job Description
Summary:

In this role, you will support a client 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. The ideal candidate for this role would office out of our client site in Western New York or one of our office locations.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead execution of the client workplan while independently managing complex programs and strategic initiatives.
  • Cultivate strategic, trust-based relationships with client leaders by aligning Vizient solutions with organizational priorities and fostering long-term partnerships.
  • Leverage advanced data analysis and interpretation to develop strategic recommendations that drive measurable impact.
  • Employ analytical storytelling techniques to communicate findings and influence informed decision-making.
  • Oversee contract performance management across multiple categories to maximize contract utilization and value realization.
  • Lead strategic initiatives and facilitate executive-level discussions to align organizational goals and identify opportunities for continued value.
  • Provide strategic guidance and consultation across multiple functions while serving as a trusted advisor to client stakeholders.
  • Mentor team members by promoting standardization, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
  • Apply advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills to develop and implement 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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