Purchasing & Contracts Manager

This role involves liaison work between various departments, vendor negotiation, and process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

• Acting as a liaison between clinical and administrative departments to ensure cost efficiencies and streamline the purchasing process
• Reviewing contracts and purchase orders for appropriate authorization, accuracy, and need
• Managing facilities leases, physician lease performance agreements, and maintaining lease rolls
• Ensuring that procurement and approval processes are understood by employees at all levels
• Assisting in the negotiation, pricing, and contracts with vendors for products and services used in the organization
• Providing strong leadership including accountability, team building, and motivation
• Performing financial analysis to recognize value and cost opportunities across the organization
• Managing relationships with national group purchasing organizations
• Developing and maintaining a vendor selection process which focuses on quality, delivery, and cost
• Conducting purchasing activities, managing leases, and engaging in vendor negotiation. • Must possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in a Purchasing & Contracts Manager role or a similar position
• Proficient in managing purchasing activities and implementing purchasing strategies
• Demonstrated capability in handling leases and lease agreements
• Proven ability in vendor negotiation, including price, delivery schedules, and terms
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Capable of working independently and making decisions under pressure
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and purchasing software applications
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred
• Certification in Purchasing Management (CPM) or similar will be an advantage
• Familiarity with legal and financial principles related to contracts and purchasing.