Manager, Procurement

Emory Healthcare•Tucker, GA

27d•$50 - $61•Hybrid

About The Position

The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading a team that executes the day-to-day purchasing activities necessary to support healthcare operations. This role oversees tactical procurement functions, including purchase order management, operational supplier relationships, issue resolution, process compliance, and purchasing workflow efficiency. The Procurement Manager supervises and develops a team of buyers, manages workload distribution, monitors purchasing performance, and ensures procurement activities are completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with organizational policies and applicable healthcare regulatory requirements. This position collaborates closely with clinical departments, finance, inventory management, suppliers, and other internal stakeholders to support operational needs, resolve purchasing challenges, and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvement. The role plays a critical part in ensuring the availability of goods and services while promoting procurement compliance, operational excellence, and supplier accountability.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, vendor management, or business operations
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a supervisory, team lead, management, or procurement operations leadership role
Strong knowledge of tactical procurement processes, purchasing workflows, contract execution, and supplier management
Advanced proficiency with ERP systems, procurement platforms, and related business applications
Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
Demonstrated ability to supervise, coach, and develop team members
Ability to prioritize competing demands and manage purchasing activities in a fast-paced environment
Experience managing supplier performance and resolving purchasing-related issues
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders, including clinical, financial, and operational teams
Strong reporting and data analysis skills with the ability to monitor performance metrics and communicate results
Knowledge of procurement compliance requirements, internal controls, and applicable regulations

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
Five (5) or more years of progressive procurement, purchasing operations, supply chain, vendor management, or business operations experience
Five (5) or more years of management or supervisory experience
Experience leading purchasing teams within a healthcare system, academic medical center, or other complex procurement environment
Understanding of healthcare supply chain operations and regulatory requirements
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams
Experience identifying and implementing cost savings initiatives through supplier negotiations, sourcing strategies, and spend management
Experience with spend analytics, procurement KPI reporting, and supplier performance measurement
Demonstrated success leading process improvement and operational excellence initiatives

Responsibilities

Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of buyers responsible for purchasing activities
Foster a culture of accountability, customer service, continuous improvement, and high performance
Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching and feedback, and identify professional development opportunities
Manage workload distribution and allocate resources effectively to meet operational demands
Provide guidance on purchasing issues, supplier concerns, workflow priorities, and procurement policy requirements
Oversee purchase order execution to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of goods and services
Manage supplier relationships for routine purchasing activities, addressing performance concerns and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
Identify and support cost-reduction opportunities through negotiations, volume discounts, alternative sourcing strategies, and adherence to procurement processes
Ensure purchasing activities effectively support the operational needs of clinical and administrative departments
Review purchasing trends and supplier performance data to improve service levels, value, and operational efficiency
Ensure adherence to procurement policies, procedures, internal controls, and applicable healthcare regulatory requirements
Identify process bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve purchasing workflows
Collaborate with clinical departments, finance, inventory management, and other stakeholders to align procurement processes with organizational objectives
Promote standardized purchasing practices and consistent application of procurement policies
Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance service delivery, reduce errors, and improve cycle times
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), including purchase order cycle times, supplier performance, cost savings, and purchasing activity volume
Prepare and present reports related to purchasing activities, spend analysis, supplier performance, and team productivity
Analyze data to identify trends, savings opportunities, operational risks, and performance improvement initiatives
Provide leadership with recommendations and insights to support procurement and operational decision-making
Serve as the escalation point for complex purchasing issues, supplier disputes, urgent supply requests, and operational concerns
Resolve discrepancies involving pricing, delivery, order accuracy, and product or service quality
Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely issue resolution and minimize operational disruptions
Communicate effectively with departments, leadership, and vendors to maintain alignment, transparency, and accountability
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned