Associate Portfolio Executive

Vizient

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Irving, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Associate Portfolio Executive supports the development of national pharmacy contracts to improve operational efficiency and reduce healthcare client spend. Responsibilities include analyzing market data, managing contract documentation, and coordinating with stakeholders to track portfolio performance.

Qualifications

This role is perfect for recent graduates with strong analytical and communication skills. You'll support portfolio executives in developing pharmacy contracts, analyzing data, and contributing to cost savings initiatives. While a relevant degree is preferred, no prior experience is required, making it a great entry-level opportunity.

Job Description

When you’re the best, we’re the best. We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents while living and working as their authentic selves. We provide extensive opportunities for personal and professional development, building both employee competence and organizational capability to fuel exceptional performance through an inclusive environment both now and in the future.

Summary:


In this role, you will support Portfolio Executives and team members in developing national pharmacy contracts that reduce spend, improve operational efficiency, and maximize value for healthcare clients. You will assist with contract lifecycle activities, cost savings initiatives, and stakeholder communications while strengthening supplier relationships. You will analyze data, contribute to sourcing and contracting strategies, and support portfolio performance through coordination, research, and administrative execution.

Responsibilities:

  • Analyze pharmaceutical, financial, operational, and market data to identify trends and opportunities.

  • Support development of contracting and sourcing strategies through research and financial analysis.

  • Assist in managing contract lifecycle activities, including contract documentation and amendments.

  • Coordinate fulfillment of contract requirements to support overall portfolio management.

  • Prepare materials for supplier meetings, client business reviews, and internal presentations.

  • Capture and document insights from client engagements to support strategic planning.

  • Track portfolio performance, including contract sales, savings, revenue, and compliance metrics.

  • Assist with development of budgets, forecasts, and revenue projections.

  • Communicate contract updates, enhancements, and portfolio insights to clients and internal teams.

  • Support low-complexity bids and negotiations under supervision.

Qualifications:

  • Relevant degree preferred.

  • No prior experience required.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Basic knowledge of healthcare and pharmaceutical industry trends preferred.

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Experience with data analysis tools and reporting platforms preferred.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with clients and suppliers.

  • Ability to interpret data and support development of actionable insights.

  • Willingness to travel.

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 $59,600.00 to $101,200.00.

This position is also incentive eligible.

Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:

http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer:   Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.

Vizient

Vizient, Inc., the nation’s largest provider-driven healthcare performance improvement company, provides solutions and services to more than two-thirds of the nation’s acute care providers and more than one-third of ambulatory providers. Vizient offers proprietary data and analytics to deliver unique clinical and operational insights and a contract portfolio representing $156 billion in annual purchasing volume enabling the delivery of cost-effective care. With its acquisition of Kaufman Hall in 2024, Vizient expanded its advisory services to help providers achieve financial, clinical and operational excellence. Headquartered in Irving, Texas, Vizient has offices throughout the United States. Learn more at www.vizientinc.com.
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