Director, Purchasing

Company: Benedictine
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: May 30, 2025

Job Description:

Director, Purchasing



Job Locations

USA-MN-Twin Cities (Support Center)






Campus Name


Benedictine Health System Support Center



Category

Operations



Position Type

Full-Time



Shift

Days



Specific Shift Times

8:00am-5:00pm



Scheduled Days of the Week

Monday- Friday



Weekend Work Requirement

None



Salary Range

$85,000-$115,000






































Overview









The Director, Purchasing is responsible for providing expert oversight and execution of purchasing contracts related to Benedictine purchasing of goods and services to support the communities and operations.













Responsibilities

• Work with Support Center and community leadership to standardize vendor products and services.
• Negotiate vendor and manufacturer agreements both within and outside the GPO.
• Create and implement standardized communication processes for community leadership to provide updates on product availability and other key information.
• Complete analysis and comparisons and make purchasing recommendations.
• Assist in the development of community and Support Center budgets by obtaining quotes and contracted pricing. Assist communities and support center staff in monitoring and implementing budgets to promote appropriate utilization of resources.
• Performs other duties, tasks, and/or projects as assigned.
• Promote the Benedictine Mission and Core Values of Hospitality, Stewardship, Respect, and Justice by bringing the Mission and Core Values into the day-to-day activities of the company.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Qualifications
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
  Four (4) degree in business, supply chain management, finance, or other related field. Experience reviewing and negotiating contracts.QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED

  Experience working within or with a GPO.Experience working with senior living contracts, specifically medical supply vendors and broad-line food vendors.EEO/AA/ Vet Friendly
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Salary Range
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  $85,000-$115,000
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Benefits Statement
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  A robust benefits package is available to eligible associates, designed to meet the needs of every stage of life, including paid time off (PTO), retirement, medical, dental, vision, education assistance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits. For more information visit our website at www.benedictineliving.org.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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