Sourcing Executive

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Summary:

In this role, you will support the development and execution of sourcing and contracting strategies that reducespend, improve operational efficiency, and deliver valueforclients. You willparticipatein drafting, redlining, and negotiating contract terms under the guidance of senior team members and Legal, building foundational skills in complex negotiations. You willassistacross the full sourcing lifecycle-from data analysis and RFP preparation to supplier engagement, negotiation support, and contract maintenance-while collaborating closely with internal teams and suppliers to strengthen your sourcing, communication, and stakeholder-management capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Assistin drafting and redlining contract terms and conditions under the direction of senior team members and Legal.

• Participate in supplier negotiations by preparing materials, summarizing issues, and contributing to discussions.

• Support alignment between clients, suppliers, and internal teams by gathering information and documenting updates.

• Ensure contract documents reflect agreed updates and adhere toestablishedstandards.

• Elevate complex or sensitive negotiation items to senior sourcing executives for guidance.

• Contribute to sourcing strategies by collecting and analyzing data, market insights, and supplier information.

• Assistin RFP creation, distribution, bid collection, and initial evaluations.

• Coordinate supplier communications and scheduling for sourcing activities.

• Support contract maintenance activities, including amendments, renewals, and pricing validations.

• Prepare communication materialssummarizingsourcing progress, opportunities, and supplier updates.

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree preferred. Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.

• 2 or more years of relevant experiencerequired.

• Foundational experience in contract review, redlining, or negotiationsupportpreferred.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with data andidentifytrends.

• Exceptional verbal communication and presentation skills, which are critical forfacilitatingsupplier discussions, clearly articulating contract changes, and ensuring alignment among internal stakeholders and clients throughout the sourcing and negotiation process.

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks with guidance in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

• This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring three days per week in the office. Office locations include Irving, TX; Chicago, IL; and Centennial, CO.

• 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 $77,400.00 to $135,400.00.

This position is also incentive eligible.

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

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

Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.