Jeff Rocheleau

With over 15 years of experience in strategic sourcing, contract management, spend analytics, and supply chain optimization. Proven track record of leading high-impact sourcing initiatives, driving significant cost savings, and leveraging data to inform contract decisions. Deep expertise in GPO contracts (Vizient, HealthTrust, Premier), ERP systems, and healthcare supply chain operations.

Recognized for outstanding leadership and cross-functional collaboration with clinical, legal, and finance stakeholders.

Senior Specialist Contracting/Sourcing - Premier Inc.

(2025-01)

Support contracting and sourcing activities across multiple healthcare categories using analytical tools and supplier engagement strategies.

• Execute sourcing strategies that align with organizational goals and compliance requirements.
• Conducts detailed analytics to identify opportunities for cost savings, standardization, service improvements and vendor performance improvements through the RFP Process.
• Works closely with Value Analysis in the data analysis for new contract/product launches, new product request and tracking of spend/savings on implementation of new products and new contracts.
• Responsible for data mining to achieve best tier options or locals to maximize best possible savings using multiple Premier Inc Platforms

Strategic Sourcing Manager / Contract Specialist - OU Health, Inc.

(2019-10 - 2024-11)

• Led strategic sourcing events and IDN-wide contract conversions, delivering $18M in benchmarked savings.
• Conducted detailed spend analytics to drive standardization, improve vendor performance, and reduce costs.
• Managed contract lifecycles, including amendments, pricing updates, and vendor negotiations.
• Collaborated with Value Analysis and clinical teams to ensure product selection aligned with outcomes and budgets.
• Reviewed GPO contracts (Vizient & HealthTrust) and maximized tier savings through advanced data mining using Vizient platforms.
• Developed audit processes to enhance invoicing accuracy, pricing integrity, and Item Master data.
• Led negotiations for MSAs, work orders, and pricing agreements to ensure favorable terms and timely execution.

Senior Analyst, Contracts - Vizient, Inc.

(2015-11 - 2019-10)

• Acted as the main point of contact for member organizations, interpreting complex data sets to optimize contract alignment.
• Identified and analyzed $75M in non-contracted spend, leading to $10M in potential savings.
• Provided insights and benchmarking using Vizient data tools and platforms; maintained subject matter expertise across key tools.

Purchasing Manager - KBK Industries

(2015-01 - 2015-10)

• Managed procurement operations and vendor relationships, achieving $1.2M in material savings through strategic sourcing.
• Implemented Global Shop ERP system for improved supply chain efficiency.
• Oversaw international supply chain logistics for raw materials.

Materials IS Coordinator / Senior Buyer - Lawrence Memorial Hospital

(2012-01 - 2014-04)

• Directed hospital procurement, implemented GPO evaluation processes, and supported contract management with Novation, MSS, and MedAssets.
• Negotiated pricing and vendor terms, reducing administrative costs by 30%.
• Led supply chain operations across shipping, receiving, and vendor engagement.

K.U. Medical School of Wichita – Wichita Fire Department (1994 - 1995)

Bishop Carroll High School (1989)