Purchasing Manger

By uncovering waste, inefficiencies and hidden costs, automating and streamlining the supply chain process, and providing innovative products and services when and where our members need them, we become an integral part of improving the operational bottom line of hundreds of thousands of healthcare organizations. If helping to save our members millions of dollars annually while advancing the quality of care they provide sounds exciting, apply to join our team today!

What will you be doing:

Reporting to theSystem Senior Director, Procure to Pay of Supply Chain will be responsible for leading the development, implementation and administration of a coordinated supply support system that operates efficiently and meets the clinical and financial needs of the client.

• Develops and implements methods and systems for improving operational efficiencies for the Purchasing function, this will include the procurement of all materials equipment and services required by the Facility
• Ensures Vendor performance and manages Vendor transactions relating to delivery, and service.
• Maintains open lines of communication with the client to ensure that materials meet the required standard.
• Provides leadership, to direct staff to develop their understanding of supply chain best practices to ensure operational and financial goals are met.
• Identifies sourcing opportunities, service improvements and product standardization consistent with the goals of meeting the client's expectations.
• Maintains and supports all automated systems for purchasing activities.
• Determines and assists with budgetary needs for designated departments
• Manages and overseas Product recall program. Coordinates prompt and accurate replies
• Oversees Procurement team of 15 including client Buyers, Purchasing Coordinators and eProcurement Analyst
• Serves on multiple committees including Value Analysis, Medical Device, Fall Team, Baby Friendly.

What we're looking for:

Required Qualifications

Work Experience:

Skills & Experience:

Education:

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant Experience to include:

• Knowledge of healthcare supply chain management principals and concepts in the areas of procurement, receiving, distribution, replenishment and equipment management.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, cost analysis, standard costing, statistical control and other principles of cost management and process improvement.
• Technical skills that include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and current healthcare supply chain information systems.

Education:

Masters degree

Qualified full and part time regular employees also receive access to the following benefits:

* Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
* 401k retirement program
* Paid time off
* Participation in Premier's employee incentive plans
* Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Premier at a glance:

• Ranked #1 on Charlotte's Healthiest Employers list for 2019, 2020, and 2022 and 49th Healthiest Employer in America (2022)
• Named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for the 16th year in a row
• The only company to be recognized by KLAS twice for Overall Healthcare Management Consulting
  

Employees receive:

• Perks and discounts
• Access to on-site and online exercise classes

Premier is looking for smart, agile individuals like you to help us transform the healthcare industry. Here you will find critical thinkers who have the freedom to make an impact. Colleagues who share your thirst to learn more and do things better. Teammates committed to improving the health of a nation. See why incredible challenges require incredible people.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful discrimination because of their age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, covered military or protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable federal, state or local protected class, trait or status or that of persons with whom an applicant associates. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Premier complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply.

Premier also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability or those who have a sincerely held religious belief. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to or contact Premier Recruiting at 704.816.5200.

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