Sr Spend Manager

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Summary:

In this role, you will work independently to serve a group of providers in KS, MO, and IN. Your role will involve collaborating closely with the Spend Executives to enhance contract penetration and implement value-driven strategies. A key responsibility will be identifying potential savings within the supply chains while promoting the utilization of supply chain contracts and programs. You will play a crucial role in recommending relevant products and solutions that align with the unique needs of these providers. Your primary focus areas will encompass medical/surgical, pharmacy, lab, IT, purchased services, facilities, and more.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and implement opportunities, including submitting contract documents, providing complex analytics to illustrate cost savings, and collaborating with the team to track savings.

• Facilitate the onboarding of new provider resources for Vizient tools and solutions, ensuring these are maximized in partnership with Product Advisors.

• Maintain relevant updates of activity within the CRM system for all assigned providers, including contact information, active opportunities, provider meetings, and essential communication.

• Responsible for increased GPO contract coverage and working with members to provide analytics and convert new contract opportunities.

• Provide documented quarterly reporting of available tier optimization opportunities and opportunities implemented/taken.

• Act as a liaison between Vizient's data intake teams and the provider to ensure proper submission and loading of member data.

• Collaborates with suppliers, members, and Vizient product advisors to vet and present savings opportunities.

Qualifications:

* Relevant degree preferred.
* Five or more years of relevant business or supply chain in the healthcare industry or progressive experience in a healthcare organization is required.
* Category management, sourcing, or supply chain experience within complex healthcare/hospital client is preferred.

* Strong organizational and analytical skills.
* Detail-oriented with excellent presentation and communication skills required.
* Advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas) and PowerPoint skills.
* Willingness to travel.

Estimated Hiring Range:

This position is also incentive eligible.

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