AVP, Product Strategy & Management

Associate Vice President, Product Strategy & Management

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Summary :

In this role, the Associate Vice President, Product Strategy & Management, will shape the vision and strategy for analytical tools and offerings within Vizient's Spend Management portfolio, driving innovation and measurable impact for members and partners. This leader will guide product development, integration, and lifecycle management, ensuring solutions deliver tangible value and adoption across the healthcare landscape. You will partner closely with senior executives and cross-functional teams translating market opportunities and member needs into scalable, high-impact products.

Responsibilities :

• Lead the vision and strategy within a major Vizient Spend Management portfolio, aligning product direction with organizational goals and member needs.
• Manage a high-performing team of product directors and managers, fostering collaboration and excellence.
• Oversee the full product lifecycle, from ideation and business case development through launch, adoption, and continuous improvement.
• Drive innovation in procurement, cost management, and supply chain optimization solutions, leveraging SaaS and data-driven insights.
• Participate in the development of Vizient's first AI roadmap within the Spend Management portfolio, establishing a clear vision for how artificial intelligence and advanced analytics can transform procurement, cost management, and supply chain strategies creating scalable solutions that drive measurable impact for our members.
• Partner with senior leadership, member councils, and cross-functional teams to translate market trends and customer feedback into actionable roadmaps.
• Ensure seamless integration across product lines to deliver a unified, high-value experience for healthcare providers and suppliers.
• Manage portfolio financials, revenue growth strategies, and profitability targets.
• Present strategies, updates, and outcomes to executives, member steering committees, and external stakeholders with clarity and influence.
• Champion customer-centric strategies by leveraging persona development, journey mapping, and Voice of Customer insights.
• Monitor competitive intelligence, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements to maintain differentiation and compliance.
• Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with vendors, third parties, and key industry stakeholders.
• Promote best practices in product management, agile execution, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure consistent delivery and member value.

Qualifications :

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 $135,200.00 to $236,600.00. This position is also incentive eligible.

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