Strategic Procurement Manager

About the role

Our client is seeking a strategic, results-driven Supply Chain Operations Manager to join their enterprise procurement team in Birmingham, AL. In this pivotal role, you will take ownership of a dedicated portfolio of national contracts, driving cost-reduction strategies and supplier negotiations across a nationwide network of healthcare facilities. This is an individual contributor role with significant scope, perfect for an experienced procurement professional who excels at enterprise-level contracting, market trend analysis, and stakeholder accountability. If you want to join a stable, long-tenured team experiencing active growth, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Drive enterprise-wide cost reduction through strategic standardization, value analysis, and pricing initiatives
• Lead the full lifecycle of contract negotiations, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and competitive bidding
• Own a dedicated portfolio of categories, monitoring market trends, emerging technologies, and new clinical supply needs
• Oversee supplier relationships, ensuring adherence to contract terms and resolving operational issues proactively
• Educate facility staff on supply chain best practices, inventory forecasting, and order-to-pay processes
• Analyze performance metrics including buy-right percentages, cost-per-case, and supply ratios to identify savings
• Support the rollout and implementation of national contracts and large-scale product conversions
• Facilitate collaborative discussions with regional stakeholders to present supply chain metrics and cost-saving opportunities
• Partner internally to maintain accurate catalog databases, item masters, and data analytics systems

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5 to 7+ years of professional experience in procurement, supplier management, or contract negotiation
• Proven track record of successfully managing RFPs and negotiating major commercial contracts
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and industry-standard procurement software
• Strong data analysis skills with the ability to translate complex metrics into actionable business solutions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with a history of building trusted vendor relationships
• Background in healthcare, medical supply chain, or Ambulatory Surgery Centers is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with inventory control processes, par levels, and supply chain data warehousing (SQL experience is a plus)

Pay

$115,000