Centralized Purchasing & Procurement Manager

FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS•Okanogan, WA

1d•$27 - $38

About The Position

Family Health Centers is seeking a Centralized Purchasing & Procurement Manager to lead and optimize our supply chain, inventory management, and vendor relations across all clinic and administrative locations. In this vital role, you will champion fiscal stewardship, ensure seamless clinic operations, maintain regulatory compliance, and identify cost-saving opportunities—directly supporting our mission to provide quality healthcare to our community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Minimum of 3 years in procurement, purchasing, inventory management, or supply chain.
Proficiency with ERP/purchasing platforms, inventory management software, Google Suite, and advanced Microsoft Excel.
Strong ability to evaluate data, spot spending trends, and negotiate vendor contracts.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare procurement experience, particularly within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment.
Working knowledge of HRSA federal grant procurement requirements (Uniform Guidance) and 340B drug pricing programs.
Direct experience managing GPO contracts and vendor negotiations.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage centralized purchasing activities across all clinic locations, administrative offices, and expansion/new clinic opening projects.
Develop and maintain procurement policies, standardized requisition/PO approval workflows, and company-wide approved vendor product lists.
Coordinate the procurement of medical equipment, facility supplies, technology, and office furniture in collaboration with IT, Facilities, and Clinical Leadership.
Research, evaluate, negotiate, and maintain productive relationships with suppliers, distributors, and service providers.
Manage participation in Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs) and contract purchasing programs to maximize savings.
Conduct mandatory vendor due diligence, including SAM.gov screening and regulatory checks.
Monitor stock levels, oversee inventory systems, and coordinate periodic physical inventory counts, reconciliations, and audits.
Collaborate with Pharmacy Leadership regarding 340B purchasing nuances and inventory tracking to ensure full regulatory compliance.
Analyze purchasing data to track trends, identify cost-saving opportunities, and provide actionable spending reports to executive leadership.
Assist with annual budget forecasting, AP reconciliation, and internal/external audit preparation (including HRSA and federal grant compliance).