Sr Spend Manager

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Summary:

In this role, you will support Kettering 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 Kettering 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:

• Leads execution of the client workplan and manages complex programs independently.

• Cultivates strategic, trust-based relationships with client leaders by aligning Vizient solutions to their priorities, driving collaboration, and influencing long-term partnership growth.

• Leverages advanced data analysis and interpretation to synthesize analytics into strategic recommendations that drive measurable impact.

• Employs analytical storytelling to communicate findings and convey insights that drive informed decision-making.

• Oversees contract performance management across multiple categories, ensuring optimal utilization and value realization.

• Leads strategic initiatives and facilitates executive-level discussions to align goals and identify new opportunities.

• Provides strategic guidance and consultation to stakeholders across multiple functions, serving as a trusted advisor.

• Operates autonomously, mentors peers, and supports standardization and continuous improvement efforts within the team.

• Applies advanced problem-solving and critical thinking to complex issues, developing and implementing innovative solutions.

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree preferred.

• 5+ years of experience in account management, category management, or healthcare supply chain.

• Proven ability to analyze complex data and communicate insights effectively to senior executives.

• Deep understanding of contract lifecycle management and performance optimization.

• Exceptional leadership, facilitation, and influencing skills with executive-level presence.

• Experience leading organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Salesforce and analytics platforms preferred.

• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and mentor team members.

• Willingness to travel as required.

Estimated Hiring Range:

This position is also incentive eligible.

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