AI Project Manager at Vizient in Irving, TX

AI Project Manager Location: Chicago, IL 60607 When you’re the best, we’re the best. We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents while living and working as their authentic selves. We provide extensive opportunities for personal and professional development, building both employee competence and organizational capability to fuel exceptional performance through an inclusive environment both now and in the future. Summary: In this role, you will lead and support project management efforts for the Kaiser Permanente dedicated team, with a focus on initiatives involving artificial intelligence and analytics. You will drive the timely and effective execution of sourcing and innovation initiatives across multiple medical and non-medical portfolios. You will apply critical thinking, navigate ambiguity, and leverage AI-driven solutions to improve decision-making, efficiency, and business outcomes. Responsibilities: Support cross-functional teams across the full project lifecycle, with a focus on AI-enabled and data-driven initiatives. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with key operational leaders, clients, and technical partners. Apply critical thinking to evaluate complex problems, identify risks, and recommend practical, data-informed solutions. Partner with clients to translate business needs into project plans, including opportunities to leverage AI, automation, or advanced analytics. Drive decision-making by ensuring alignment on scope, timelines, quality, and budget in evolving or ambiguous environments. Manage governance, review, and approval processes, ensuring deliverables are documented and compliant from initiation through completion. Maintain clear, proactive communication on project status, risks, and required actions to all stakeholders. Monitor emerging AI trends and tools to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation within project delivery. Qualifications: Relevant degree preferred. 2 or more years of relevant experience required. Demonstrated familiarity with AI concepts (e.g., machine learning, automation, generative AI) and their application in business environments. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex situations and make sound decisions. Experience working in healthcare, supply chain, sourcing, or materials management preferred. PMP, CAPM, or equivalent certification preferred. Proficiency with project management and work management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Jira, Asana, MS Project). Ability to work effectively in cross-functional, fast-paced, and evolving environments. 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 $68,500.00 to $116,300.00. 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. Additional Locations: Irving, TX 75062 Vizient Corporate HQ, Centennial, CO 80111