Director of Strategic Sourcing

Position

Alliant Purchasing is seeking a Director of Strategic Sourcing. The role involves developing, executing, and managing high-impact national contracts within complex, high-spend categories, focusing on healthcare supply chain.

Job Duties

• Lead the strategic sourcing lifecycle, from market analysis and RFP development to contract negotiation, execution, and ongoing supplier management.
• Identify opportunities for new and innovative contracts within the healthcare supply chain.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key supplier partners and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze industry trends, economic factors, and supply chain dynamics to ensure Alliant's portfolio remains competitive and relevant.
• Present business cases and contract recommendations to executive leadership and members.

Qualification Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of dedicated healthcare sourcing and contracting experience within a GPO, health system, or major healthcare provider.
• Demonstrable high degree of healthcare industry knowledge, including familiarity with value analysis, utilization management, and regulatory environments.
• Direct, hands-on experience sourcing and negotiating contracts for complex, high-dollar physician preference products and service categories, specifically cardiovascular, orthopedic, and surgical services.
• Candidates with extensive experience (5+ years) in physician preference category sales, analytics, or business intelligence will be considered in lieu of direct sourcing experience, provided they possess a deep understanding of supplier economics, contracting structures, and the competitive landscape for these products.
• Experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must adhere to confidentiality policy.
• Must be willing to submit to a criminal background check.

Compensation

In the spirit of pay transparency, we can share that the pay range for this position is $90,000 - $135,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience, which may result in total compensation outside of this range.

Company Overview

Alliant Purchasing is a one-of-a-kind, comprehensive Group Purchasing Organization. We are an extension of our members’ brands, contributing to their success while saving them time, energy, and money. Alliant Purchasing provides access to transformational value and service by simplifying the supply chain.

Benefit Program

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Pet insurance and pet discount program
• EAP
• HSA with employer match
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Generous holiday schedule
• Hybrid work schedule

Equal Opportunity Employment

Equal opportunity employment is a fundamental principle at Alliant Purchasing. The organization complies with applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where it has operations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and compensation.