Business Optimization Director

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Provista is a leading group purchasing organization (GPO) and business solutions provider, specializing in supply chain management, procurement optimization, and operational efficiency for various industries, including non-acute healthcare, hospitality, and corporate sectors.

Summary:

In this role, you will lead the strategy and execution of customer RFPs, optimize key business processes, and track performance metrics to drive strategic decision-making. You will gather competitive intelligence, identify growth opportunities, and foster cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiency and impact. Additionally, you will develop training programs to strengthen team capabilities and ensure alignment with business objectives. This role manages a variety of initiatives, requiring the ability to navigate complexity and thrive in ambiguity while driving meaningful outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and refine the RFP response process to align with branding, messaging, and competitive intelligence, enhancing quality and efficiency.

• Oversee and optimize program execution, ensuring projects stay on track, deliverables are met, and processes continuously improve based on evolving business needs.

• Establish and track key performance metrics, providing executive-level reporting to ensure transparency and accountability.

• Gather and synthesize competitive intelligence to deliver market insights that inform strategic decision-making.

• Identify and drive key business initiatives that accelerate revenue growth and operational efficiency.

• Facilitate collaboration across sales, marketing, analytics, and supplier engagement teams to ensure seamless communication and goal alignment.

• Design and enhance training programs to strengthen sales and delivery team capabilities in alignment with business strategies.

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree preferred.

• 7 or more years of relevant experience required.

• Experience in program management, business development, or strategic operations, with strong knowledge of RFP management, contract utilization, and supplier engagement strategies.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including market research, financial analysis, and identifying growth opportunities.

• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and resolve member/supplier issues effectively.

• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities, working with stakeholders across sales, marketing, and supplier teams.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau), and CRM/project management platforms.

• Willingness to travel.

Estimated Hiring Range:

This position is also incentive eligible.

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