Manager of Purchasing

About the role

The Purchasing Manager provides leadership and strategic oversight of the purchasing staff and their key operational functions. They are responsible for formulating and administering purchasing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with healthcare procurement standards, and optimizing cost-saving initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and administer purchasing policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with healthcare procurement standards
• Optimize cost-saving initiatives
• Track and report key performance metrics to reduce expenses and improve overall efficiency
• Collaborate with the Director of Supply Chain to support the procurement component of the hospital’s information systems
• Engage with stakeholders and the sourcing team to develop product specifications, sourcing strategies, and pricing relationships that maximize value and operational effectiveness
• Oversee the efficient handling of purchase requisitions, analyze quantity, specifications, delivery requirements, and source optimal suppliers
• Conduct market research to identify cost-effective, high-quality medical supply sources, ensuring hospital procurement aligns with financial goals
• Oversee the Buyer team, providing training, leadership, and performance evaluations
• Manage Buyers in collaborating with requesting departments to clarify purchasing needs, resolve inquiries, and maintain seamless procurement operations
• Oversee scanning and documentation of purchase orders for accurate record-keeping and compliance
• Oversee expediting of outstanding purchase orders to mitigate supply shortages, keeping departments informed of order statuses
• Work closely with clinical teams to define specifications, evaluate product options, and ensure timely delivery of healthcare supplies
• Support capital procurement by preparing solicitation paperwork, bid specifications, and price quotations for medical products
• Support vendor relationship management and collaborate with Supply Chain leadership on pricing negotiations, service agreements, and delivery schedules as needed
• Oversee vendor interactions, coordinating replacements or returns for defective or unacceptable items
• Directly supervise assigned staff, including hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, coaching, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and employee development to ensure achievement of departmental goals and organizational standards

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or Healthcare Administration or related field required with a minimum of 5 years of purchasing experience with at least 2 years in a hospital setting
• In lieu of Bachelor’s degree, a combination of college education and 9 plus years of relevant purchasing experience with at least 2 years in a hospital setting will be considered
• Strong knowledge of healthcare purchasing practices, medical supply chain, and healthcare purchasing regulations
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Peoplesoft
• Previous management or leadership experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage, develop, and lead staff including hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and performance evaluations
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor relationship skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Experience utilizing supply chain and procurement software systems

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or Healthcare Administration or related field with 5+ years of purchasing experience in a hospital setting
• Preferred: Combination of college education and 9+ years of relevant purchasing experience in a hospital setting

Skills

• Knowledge of healthcare purchasing practices, medical supply chain, and healthcare purchasing regulations
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Peoplesoft
• Previous management or leadership experience
• Ability to manage, develop, and lead staff including hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and performance evaluations
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor relationship skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Experience utilizing supply chain and procurement software systems

Benefits

We offer a competitive wage and benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• A wellness program, including free screenings
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Retail savings plan
• Life insurance
• Disability income protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness center discount program
• Tuition assistance and career development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Reward and recognition programs

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Full-time position