Supply chain performance improvement director, conversion lead, vizient conversion acceleration program

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Summary:

In this role, you will lead the onsite efforts of the Vizient Conversion Acceleration Program, focusing on driving successful product conversions for Physician Preference Item (PPI) opportunities. You will execute high-impact consulting initiatives, utilize data-driven insights, and establish trusted advisor relationships across client organizations including with senior healthcare leaders. You will be expected to manage projects, help guide teams, and deliver sustainable solutions that enhance cost efficiency and clinical standardization across healthcare organizations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction and expertise to drive cost efficiency, reduce clinical variation, and enhance product standardization by leveraging experience and data analytics to solve complex challenges.
• Lead and manage complex product conversion initiatives through comprehensive project plans, ensuring timely execution, optimal resource allocation, and measurable value delivery aligned with scope, schedule, and budget.
• Synthesize data from multiple sources to generate strategic, innovative recommendations that challenge the status quo and optimize both supply chain and clinical outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including hospital staff, Vizient teams, and suppliers—to execute product conversions and foster a results-driven, collaborative environment.
• Engage clinical, operational, and executive stakeholders through facilitated meetings and high-impact discussions to drive informed decision-making and support business development efforts.
• Drive thought leadership and program growth by presenting at conferences, publishing insights, developing best practices and case studies, and aligning strategies across Vizient teams for coordinated execution.

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree preferred; advanced degree is a plus.
• 7 or more years of experience in healthcare supply chain, consulting, or clinical operations with a focus on cost and utilization improvement initiatives required.
• Hospital operations, clinical leadership, supplier conversion team (Physician Preference/PPI product category preferred), or supply chain background highly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in leading product conversions, operational strategies, or standardization initiatives within a healthcare provider organization and/or consulting firm.
• Strong ability to analyze financial, clinical, and operational data to drive strategic recommendations and process improvements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage executives, providers, and healthcare staff at all levels.
• Ability to travel regularly and expeditiously throughout the year to meet client needs.

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 $117,600.00 to $206,000.00. This position is also incentive eligible.

Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here: http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers

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