Spend Manager at Vizient in Chicago, IL

Spend 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 support Rush System for Health in delivering high-quality, cost-effective care by driving contract utilization and implementing Vizient supply chain solutions. You will work closely with the Vizient Spend Executive and Category Management team to ensure alignment with Rush System for Health’s strategic goals, enabling measurable value through cost savings, contract penetration, and supply chain optimization. This role will support execution of the client workplan, leveraging Vizient tools, resources, and analytics. Responsibilities: Execute the client workplan, applying analytical storytelling and data interpretation to identify cost savings and optimization opportunities. Manage analytics and client coordination activities independently, ensuring accurate tracking of performance metrics. Build and maintain strong client relationships by serving as a key point of contact, addressing routine needs, and ensuring consistent communication that supports client goals and engagement. Collaborate cross-functionally with Category Managers, SMEs, and Product Advisors to align strategies and implement initiatives. Interpret spend data using Vizient tools to evaluate trends and develop actionable recommendations for providers. Drive contract performance management by monitoring utilization, identifying tier optimization opportunities, and ensuring alignment with workplan objectives. Communicate effectively with stakeholders to support implementation and adoption of solutions. Demonstrate continuous improvement and change agility by adapting to feedback and evolving client needs. Apply problem-solving and critical thinking to address barriers and support measurable client outcomes. Qualifications: Relevant degree preferred. 2 or more years of experience in account management, category management, or healthcare supply chain required. Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and develop insights into actionable strategies. Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships while collaborating across internal teams. Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to facilitate discussions and drive alignment among internal stakeholders and clients. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects. Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency. Demonstrated agility, organization, and ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities. This is a Chicago-based hybrid role requiring onsite presence three days per week, split between the client location and Vizient office as needed. 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.