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# Sr. Spend Manager

- **Company:** 1 Vizient
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $88,900.0 - $155,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Microsoft PowerPoint, Salesforce.Com
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/sr-spend-manager-1-vizient-inc-8777242

## About the Role

* 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.

## Description

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., * 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.


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