Associate Sourcing Executive
Vizient
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years
- Must know
- Stakeholder managementPatient careMicrosoft Office
- Nice to have
- Operations
- Work
- Hybrid in Chicago
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Operations80%Microsoft Office42%Stakeholder management31%Patient care2%of 98 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 2, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
This role supports sourcing and contracting activities to reduce spend, improve operational efficiency, and deliver value for clients. You will assist with contract drafting, redlining, and negotiation preparation while learning sourcing fundamentals under the guidance of senior team members and Legal. You will contribute to various stages of the sourcing lifecycle, including data collection, RFP support, supplier coordination, and contract documentation, while developing essential skills in analysis, communication, and stakeholder collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with contract drafting, redlining, and document preparation.
- Support negotiation preparation by organizing materials, summarizing information, and capturing discussion points.
- Gather data and basic market insights to support sourcing strategy development.
- Assist in creating and distributing RFPs and collecting supplier responses.
- Coordinate scheduling for supplier meetings, clinical evaluations, and internal discussions.
- Maintain sourcing documentation, workflows, and templates.
- Support contract maintenance activities by preparing updates, tracking changes, and validating information.
- Prepare meeting materials, take notes, and track next steps for internal and supplier discussions.
- Provide general administrative and project support across sourcing activities.
- Build foundational communication and relationship-management skills by interacting professionally with suppliers and internal partners.
Qualifications
- Relevant degree preferred (Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or related field).
- No prior experience required.
- Interest in contract review, sourcing, negotiation, or supply chain functions.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with data and identify basic trends.
- Strong communication and organizational abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks with guidance in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
- Willingness to travel.
Tech Stack & Tools
- Microsoft Office
This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring three days per week in the office. Office locations include Irving, TX; Chicago, IL; and Centennial, CO.