Director, GPO Delivery – Optimization

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Take charge of GPO contract execution for Premier’s larger, more intricate named accounts.

• Spearhead the implementation of the complete supply chain workplan for each account.

• Establish and maintain supply chain-level relationships.

• Oversee contract performance across a diverse category portfolio.

• Independently manage complex, multi-category delivery programs.

• Collaborate with sourcing teams to create opportunity funnels and coordinate efforts with Rx, Food, and Portfolio Advisors.

• Supervise contract performance, utilization, and value realization.

• Manage GPO portfolio lifecycle activities, which include tier activation, renewals/expirations, distributor contract audits, roster accuracy, and ensuring administrative fee revenue precision.

• Direct change management for contract, tier, and category transitions.

• Leverage technology, AI, Power BI, MVE, and other analytics tools to model scenarios and formulate strategic recommendations.

• Convey analytical findings through executive-level storytelling and decision support.

• Oversee annual growth forecasts and business reviews, reporting results and suggested actions against the plan.

• Hold accounts accountable for contract growth, penetration, member savings, and value KPIs.

• Collaborate with key suppliers and distributors to achieve contract objectives and category plans.

• Ensure all recurring data submissions are complete, including PO, invoice, AP, and capital-plan data.

• Foster strategic relationships with member executives and supply chain leaders.

• Lead strategic initiatives and facilitate discussions at the executive level.

• Advise stakeholders across sourcing, category, and end-user functions.

• Align account engagement strategies with members’ strategic objectives, capabilities, and challenges.

• Harmonize supply chain and pharmacy goals between accounts and Premier.

• Support Delivery Manager development and standardization within the delivery team, focusing on continuous improvement.

• Resolve complex and ambiguous account issues through advanced problem-solving.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.

• Bachelor’s degree is mandatory.

• Exceptional leadership, facilitation, and influencing abilities with a strong executive presence.

• High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

• Familiarity with Salesforce and analytics platforms, including Power BI and AI-driven tools.

• Capability to work independently while managing competing priorities.

• Experience in account management, category management, sourcing/contracting, or leadership in healthcare supply chain.

• Proven track record of analyzing complex data and effectively communicating insights to senior executives.

• In-depth understanding of GPO contract lifecycle management and performance optimization.

• Experience in leading organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods.

• Flexibility to adapt and shift priorities quickly while meeting deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Competence in using computer programs and software.

• Proficient in effective communication with audiences both in person and electronically.

• Ability to collaborate closely with peers in close quarters while managing interruptions.

• Capacity to make independent decisions.

• Willingness to travel 21–40% within the United States.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

• 401k retirement plan.

• Paid time off.

• Eligibility for participation in Premier’s employee incentive programs.

• Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for professional development.

• Various perks and discounts.

• Access to both on-site and online exercise classes.