Corporate Director of Procurement

Key Responsibilities

• Lead system-wide procurement and materials management operations in alignment with corporate policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner closely with finance, hospital leadership, and clinical teams to align purchasing decisions with operational needs and patient care priorities.
• Negotiate and manage system-wide vendor contracts, ensuring favorable terms, contract compliance, and strong vendor performance.
• Oversee vendor relationships, mitigate risk, and resolve escalated procurement-related issues.
• Supervise central buyers and ensure seamless coordination with Accounts Payable to reconcile invoices, monitor purchase orders, and minimize discrepancies.
• Collaborate with procurement operations teams to ensure efficient shipping, receiving, warehousing, and supply distribution processes.
• Oversee classification and labeling of chargeable vs. non-chargeable supplies to ensure accurate billing practices.

Compliance & Standardization

• Ensure adherence to contract agreements to maximize system-wide purchasing power and consistency.
• Partner with clinical and operational leaders to develop and maintain an approved product formulary, balancing standardization with clinical needs.
• Ensure compliance with purchase requisition workflows and internal controls.
• Maintain procurement and supply chain documentation in compliance with DNV, CARF, and other regulatory/accreditation standards.
• Oversee vendor contract lifecycle management, including renewals, evaluations, and performance scorecards.
• Develop, implement, and continuously update procurement policies and procedures.

Inventory Management

• Design and implement effective inventory control systems across all facilities.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing waste, shrinkage, and obsolescence.
• Lead physical inventory processes as part of a system-wide inventory management program.
• Monitor industry trends and introduce best practices in materials management and supply chain operations.

Cost Management & Budget Oversight

• Monitor procurement spend and conduct detailed spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure purchasing activities align with approved budgets while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets within established timelines and financial guidelines.
• Analyze resource utilization trends and recommend strategic budget adjustments.
• Support system-wide capital planning and forecasting for future acquisitions.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop central procurement staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and operational excellence.
• Build a high-performing procurement function through training, accountability, and performance management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and align departmental initiatives with organizational goals.
• Promote ongoing professional development within the procurement team.