Strategic Communications Director

Senior Communications Strategist

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Vizient's Data and Digital Business Unit leverages the nation's most extensive comparative healthcare datasets and deep expertise in provider performance to help leaders make smarter, faster, data-driven decisions that drive growth, improve quality, and maximize profitability.

Summary : In this role, you will partner closely with Vizient's Data & Digital Business Unit (BU) Marketing function and sits within the Communications team. You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, delivering high-impact communications that drive business unit strategy and elevate Vizient's presence in the market. You will be highly collaborative and independent senior communications strategist with deep healthcare knowledge, strong executive presence, and exceptional writing skills. You will have demonstrated success in navigating strategic conversations with senior leaders, shaping messages that drive results.

Responsibilities :

Partner with Data & digital BU Marketing to create and execute a cohesive communications strategy that aligns with enterprise objectives and the BU's unique business goals.

Partner with PR and Thought Leadership teams to leverage content and media channels as part of an overall strategic communications plan for the BU, with an emphasis on executive communications.

Develop subject matter expertise in the Data & Digital BUits offerings, competitive landscape, customer base, and market trendsto inform all communications with insight and precision.

Serve as a trusted counselor to BU President and senior leaders on communications strategy and positioning.

Lead speechwriting, message development, and presentation support for BU President across high-visibility engagements.

Manage BU-level internal executive communications, such as town halls and announcements.

Ensure message consistency and alignment across channels, in close coordination with marketing and communication stakeholders.

Build and execute executive social media strategies that authentically amplify the BU President's voice and elevate the BU's external presence, in partnership with Marketing.

Shape executive content that contributes to Vizient's thought leadership agenda in healthcare.

Monitor the effectiveness of communications efforts using data from channel engagement, executive feedback, event surveys, and progress toward BU and Marketing OKRs.

Use insights to continuously refine strategy and approach.

Qualifications :

Relevant degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field preferred; advanced degree a plus.

7 or more years of experience in corporate communications required; preferably within the healthcare industry.

Strong executive presence with the ability to build credibility and trust with senior leaders.

Demonstrated ability to engage in strategic conversations with C-suite executives and translate complex business strategies into compelling, audience-centric narratives.

Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling abilities across formats (e.g., speeches, memos, LinkedIn posts, presentations).

Strategic thinker with a strong grasp of audience engagement, brand voice, and business context.

Experience working in a complex, matrixed organization; comfortable operating independently.

Familiarity with digital and social media best practices.

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 $88,900.00 to $155,500.00. This position is also incentive eligible.

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