Manager, GPO Delivery & Optimization

Premier Inc.

4d•$90,000 - $150,000•Remote

About The Position

The Manager, GPO Delivery & Optimization owns delivery of GPO contracts for an assigned portfolio of member accounts, from activation through renewal. This is an execution-focused role responsible for developing and running account plans and driving results. The manager uses data and Premier technology to communicate value, manages contract performance so members realize that value, and independently solves problems. The role leads account workplans and manages GPO portfolio lifecycle activities, including tier activation and timing, renewals and expirations, distributor contract audits, roster accuracy, and administrative fee revenue accuracy. It coordinates with internal contracting, subject-matter, analytics, pharmacy, food, and portfolio partners; manages project plans and timelines; executes contract activations, amendments, and renewals; and drives category adoption and contract utilization. The manager analyzes data using Premier technology, AI, Power BI, and analytics resources to develop recommendations and member-facing narratives. The role also supports annual growth forecasting and business reviews, works toward contract growth, penetration, and savings/value targets, and ensures regular submission of member data needed for analytics and tracking. As a trusted advisor, the manager guides member stakeholders, aligns member and Premier supply chain and pharmacy goals, and resolves ambiguous problems to keep execution moving. The position is remote and requires 21–40% travel within the United States. The work is sedentary and involves prolonged stationary periods, computer use, communication with others, independent decision-making, and working collaboratively in close quarters with interruptions.

Requirements

At least 5 years of applicable work experience.
High school diploma or GED required.
Strong project management and organizational skills, including the ability to run multiple workstreams while maintaining attention to detail.
Self-starter with strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities.
Ability to adapt and change priorities quickly and meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and electronically.
Ability to make independent decisions and work collaboratively in a business environment with peers and interruptions.
Ability to remain stationary for prolonged periods and perform sedentary work, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and negligible force frequently or constantly.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Salesforce and analytics platforms, including Power BI and AI-enabled tools.
At least 5 years of experience in account management, category management, sourcing/contracting, or healthcare supply chain.
Proven ability to analyze data and communicate insights clearly to member stakeholders.
Working knowledge of GPO contract lifecycle management and performance optimization.
Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Lead execution of assigned account workplans and independently manage programs once scoped.
Own GPO portfolio lifecycle activities, including tier activation and timing, renewals and expirations, distributor contract audits, roster accuracy, and administrative fee revenue accuracy.
Coordinate with GPO contracting, portfolio subject-matter experts, and analytics teams to remove blockers and keep delivery on track.
Own account project plans, timelines, and RACI; escalate and resolve issues proactively.
Execute contract activations, amendments, and renewals with distributors and suppliers, and drive category adoption conversations to a decision.
Manage contract performance across account category portfolios to support optimal utilization and member value realization.
Use Premier technology, AI, Power BI, and analytics partnerships to analyze data and develop recommendations that drive measurable value.
Translate analytics into clear member-facing narratives that drive action.
Develop annual account growth forecasts and contribute to business reviews with a manager or COE Coach.
Execute toward SCO/GPO Ops leadership KPIs and targets for contract growth, penetration, and member savings/value.
Align with internal Rx, Food, and Portfolio Advisor partners on execution of account category strategy.
Ensure regular, complete member data submissions, including PO, invoice, AP, capital plans, and other required data, for analytics and GPO growth/penetration tracking.
Use MVE and other Premier contract analytics to help members model contracting scenarios, including costs, behaviors, market share, and lower-cost alternatives.
Provide day-to-day guidance to member stakeholders as a trusted advisor.
Understand each member’s goals, capabilities, and pressure points and tailor engagement to their needs.
Act as the account’s GPO quarterback when no dedicated GPO team resources are assigned, coordinating GPO activity on the member’s behalf.
Align supply chain and pharmacy goals between members and Premier and proactively drive activities toward those goals.
Use critical thinking and independent problem-solving to resolve ambiguous issues and unblock execution.