Sr. Analyst Healthcare Contracts

Vizient•Chicago, IL

About The Position

In this role, you will have the opportunity to perform analyses, manage data, and conduct research with minimal oversight and guidance. You will play a crucial role in understanding data sources and business processes and how they align with our overall business needs. Your ability to interpret trends, pricing impacts, and forecasts will enable you to anticipate their impact for our customers. Additionally, you will be responsible for answering methodology and data source questions from internal and external stakeholders, utilizing available data sources, documentation processes, and data methodology tools. Your contributions will directly impact our decision-making processes and drive our business forward.

Requirements

Relevant degree preferred. Advanced degree desired.
5 or more years of relevant experience required.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Strong analytical skills, solid customer service skills and good business acumen.
Ability to meet rigorous deadlines, balance multiple priorities and achieve high level of productivity while ensuring accuracy.
High level of attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Health care or supply chain experience desired.
Experience working in an analytical field highly preferred.
Experience working with SQL preferred.

Responsibilities

Research and identify relevant data sources, incorporating an understanding of business drivers into your analysis.
Define requirement visuals, dashboards and reports that enable effective information sharing with stakeholders.
Work closely with stakeholders, both internal and external, to ensure the quality and timely delivery of projects.
Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders to effectively manage expectations.
Prepare analysis and related recommendations in accordance with established guidelines or client needs and communicate outcomes to internal and external audiences.
Develop and recommend methodologies to compare similar products, services, or equipment.
Present recommendations and provide guidance in selecting from different alternatives, as needed.
Assist with planning and participate in stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and understand current business processes.
Receive minimal guidance to develop and maintain data sets, ensuring their accuracy and relevance.