The Corporate Director of Procurement directs the procurement and purchasing operations to provide the materials and services to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing. Assists the Vice President of Procurement in analyzing and developing strategic supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and implementing systems for monitoring performance, assessing risk, and responding to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain. Collaborates with other departments to define current and future inventory requirements and manage inventory levels. Designs processes and systems and utilizes technical tools to analyze data and increase responsiveness to material demands. Incorporates auditing processes to ensure procurement and recordkeeping are accurate and comply with any applicable industry or governmental regulations. Reports to the Vice President of Procurement. 50%+ Travel.

I. Position Responsibilities

· Responsible for leading a team that coordinates the purchase and distribution of procured supplies and equipment throughout the PAM Health supply chain.

· Manages ongoing administrative aspects of vendor relationships/service providers including service level agreements, performance penalties, performance tracking, termination notification and conditions.

· Ensures team is knowledgeable of all rules and regulations governing each purchasing process utilized by PAM Health.

· Oversees the contracting process, including participating in negotiations, and ensures PAM Health standards are implemented into each vendor contract including ensuring appropriate Service Level Agreements (SLAs), penalties, tracking, and reporting mechanisms are contractually guaranteed.

· Collaborates with leadership in procurement, operations, finance, and other departments to drive improvement in supply chain management processes within area of responsibility and across PAM Health system.

· Works cooperatively with executive, clinical, and operational teams.

II. Leadership

· Inclusiveness: Promotes cooperation, fairness and equity; shows respect for people and their differences; works to understand perspectives of others; demonstrates empathy; brings out the best in others and in his/her team

· Managing Staff: Coaches, evaluates, develops, and inspires staff; sets expectations; recognizes achievements

· Stewardship and Resource Management: Demonstrates accountability and sound judgment in managing company resources; appropriate understanding of confidentiality and company values; adheres to and supports company policies, procedures and safety guidelines

· Problem-Solving: Identifies problems and involves others in seeking solutions; conducts appropriate analysis and searches for best solutions; effectively and efficiently implements appropriate responses to correct problems; responds promptly and effectively to new challenges

· Decision-Making: Makes clear, consistent decisions; acts with integrity in all decisions; distinguishes relevant from irrelevant information; makes timely, appropriate decisions.

· Strategic Planning and Organizing: Understands company vision and aligns priorities accordingly; measures outcomes; uses feedback to redirect as required; evaluates alternatives; appropriately organizes complex issues to desirable resolution

· Communication: Connects with peers, subordinate employees and all customers; actively listens; clearly and effectively shares information; demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills; negotiates effectively.

· Quality Improvement: Strives for efficient, effective, high-quality performance in self and in the department; delivers timely and accurate results; resilient when responding to matters that are challenging; takes initiative to make improvements

· Leadership: Motivates others; accepts responsibility; maintains high morale in department; develops trust and credibility; expects honest and ethical behavior of self and staff

· Teamwork: Encourages cooperation and collaboration; builds effective teams; works in partnership with others; is flexible; responsive to the needs of others

· Development: Maintains up-to-date skills through involvement with professional organizations and/or continuing education

III. Customer Service

· Maintains the highest level of customer service via courtesy, compassion and positive communication.

· Promotes the mission and vision of PAM Health within the work environment and the community.

· Respects dignity and confidentiality by adherence to all applicable policies and procedures.

· Must possess interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills required for effective interaction

· Must promote customer satisfaction by way of prompt and courteous service to internal and external customers

IV. Health and Safety

· Works in a manner that promotes safety; wears clothing appropriate to the performance of the job.

· Participates in OSHA required training.

· Follows universal precautions as appropriate for position; complies with Employee Health requirements for continued employment.

· Reports unsafe practices to management.

· Knows own role in case of an emergency.

Education and Training: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or Supply Chain preferred.

Experience:

· 5+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain required.

· Healthcare experience preferred.