Sourcing Director – Food & Nutrition Portfolio

Vizient, Inc

Sourcing Director managing strategy and execution of food and nutrition contracts at Vizient. Collaborating with clients and stakeholders to improve operational efficiencies and client satisfaction.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeIrving • Colorado, Illinois, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $102,400 - $179,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategy, development, negotiation, and execution of custom client contracts to achieve cost savings, operational improvements, and client objectives
Develop and execute negotiation strategies by partnering with Legal and other stakeholders to negotiate complex contract terms and conditions while balancing client, supplier, and Vizient priorities
Provide strategic consultation to internal and external stakeholders to develop sourcing and contracting solutions that address unique client requirements
Lead complex competitive sourcing events, including Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quotation (RFQs), and guide evaluation, supplier selection, and contract award decisions
Guide team members through negotiation strategies, sourcing activities, and contract development; may manage the work of others and support escalated negotiations
Identify, prioritize, and oversee complex cost savings initiatives from opportunity assessment through implementation while monitoring results and value realization
Direct contract administration and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with negotiated terms, maximize contract performance, and achieve targeted savings
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with senior client leaders, suppliers, and internal business partners while proactively addressing contracting complexities and resolving issues
Design and deliver executive-level communications that provide updates on sourcing initiatives, savings opportunities, project outcomes, and strategic recommendations
Support vendor relationship management activities, including business reviews, product evaluations, implementation planning, and issue resolution to ensure successful client outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Relevant degree preferred
Registered Dietitian (RD) credential is a plus
7 or more years of relevant experience required
Experience supporting healthcare food and nutrition sourcing, contracting, or operations preferred
Demonstrated ability to negotiate complex agreements and collaborate effectively with Legal, suppliers, clients, and executive stakeholders
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial, operational, and contractual data to identify cost savings opportunities and develop actionable recommendations
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills with experience presenting to executive leadership
Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple complex initiatives in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

Contract DevelopmentCost Savings InitiativesRFP ManagementRFQ ManagementData Analysis

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsRelationship ManagementCollaboration

Certifications

Registered Dietitian (RD)