Procurement Manager

Do you want a career where you are empowered to make a difference while working for a company named to Fortune's "100 Best Companies to Work For" and People's "Companies that Care" ...all in a flexible, hybrid/remote office environment inBaltimore, MD?

The Procurement Manager at Brightview Senior Living plays a critical role in supporting Brightview communities and operational teams by designing and optimizing systems, tools, and processes that promote efficient and cost-effective procurement, purchasing, and inventory management.

In this position, the Procurement Manager works to maximize the organization's portfolio-wide buying power to negotiate favorable vendor agreements, manage contracts, and drive strategic sourcing initiatives. This role also works to streamline invoicing, accounts payable workflows, and contract management processes to improve operational efficiency, strengthen vendor partnerships, and ensure consistent purchasing standards across the organization.

• Consistently and genuinely demonstrate the STARS principles of Service, Teamwork, Action, Reputation and Success in all activities and interactions.
• Partner closely with operations and support departments to identify procurement and purchasing needs, specifications for required supplies and equipment, and inventory expectations.
• Develop and maintain managed order guides and vendor management tools that allow for routine purchases to be completed efficiently and cost effectively; monitor compliance with use of the guides and address as appropriate.
• Serve as context expert and administrative owner of Procure to pay/Procurement system; leverage expertise to support users.
• Seek out, establish and maintain vendor partnerships that provide quality products and services at favorable pricing; negotiate pricing and terms of agreements; complete thorough due diligence of new vendors.
• Prepare and/or review new contracts to confirm compliance with Brightview standards and contract guidelines.
• Develop, track, monitor and share metrics to effectively report on spend, savings, trends, and other data points to evaluate procurement and purchasing practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervises the Contract and Licensing Specialist. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with BVSL policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

The salary range mentioned above reflects the potential pay for this role and does not include bonuses or additional incentives (if applicable), nor does it include the value of our benefit program. Offers will consider factors like experience, qualifications, location, community size (if relevant), certifications/training, etc. Brightview regularly reviews and adjusts compensation ranges.

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management or a related field and a minimum of five years' experience in procurement and purchasing or administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Skilled in contract negotiation, vendor management, and procurement.
• Experience with electronic procurement software strongly preferred.
• Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office and Internet based applications and the ability to quickly master new applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including proper grammar and professional writing.

Discover the Brightview Senior Living Difference!

1. Dedicated to Excellence: We lead the industry with a passion for delivering top-notch services and groundbreaking care.

2. Embracing Community: Join a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes your professional growth, development and advancement.

3. Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our seniors, contributing to their joy and well-being every day.

4. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, health, vision and dental insurance options, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, employeeassistance programs and many more benefits that prioritize your well-being.

5. A Place to Flourish: Embrace diversity, foster innovation, and access the tools and resources for personal and professional growth. Join our vibrant team at Brightview Senior Living and be valued as an integral part of our community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Brightview, we believe that diversity of thought, experience, perspective, and backgrounds makes us stronger. We welcome and celebrate all that makes us unique and we choose not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, military status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law or not related to the specific requirements of a particular role. We are, by choice and without question, an equal opportunity employer.