Sourcing and Contracts Assistant

Job Description

Associate Sourcing Executive | Vizient

The Tone:
This is a full-time hybrid role at Vizient, with office locations in Centennial, CO, Irving, TX, and Chicago, IL. Vizient is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where employees are engaged, satisfied, and empowered to contribute their unique skills, driving both personal and professional growth. This Associate Sourcing Executive position is pivotal in supporting key sourcing and contracting activities, directly contributing to the company’s objective of reducing client spend, enhancing operational efficiency, and delivering exceptional value across all client engagements.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Centennial, CO; Irving, TX; Chicago, IL
• Pay: $59600–$101200 yearly
• Mission: Support sourcing and contracting activities that help reduce spend, improve operational efficiency, and deliver value for clients.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office

What You’ll Actually Do
• Contract Drafting & Redlining: Assist with comprehensive contract drafting, detailed redlining, and thorough document preparation under the direct guidance of senior team members and Legal.
• Negotiation & Sourcing Support: Support the preparation for negotiations by organizing essential materials, summarizing key information, and accurately capturing discussion points, while also gathering data and basic market insights for sourcing strategy development.
• RFP & Supplier Coordination: Manage various stages of the sourcing lifecycle, including creating and distributing RFPs, collecting supplier responses, and coordinating scheduling for supplier meetings, clinical evaluations, and internal discussions.
• Documentation & Maintenance: Maintain all sourcing documentation, workflows, and templates utilizing established tools and systems, and support contract maintenance activities by preparing updates, tracking changes, and validating information.
• Administrative & Relationship Building: Provide general administrative and project support across all sourcing activities, and build foundational communication and relationship-management skills through professional interactions with suppliers and internal partners.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. A relevant degree is preferred in Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: No prior experience is required. A demonstrated interest in contract review, sourcing, negotiation, or supply chain functions is essential.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with data and identify basic trends. Strong communication and organizational abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Bonus: Ability to manage multiple tasks with guidance within a matrixed environment; willingness to travel as required by the role.