Director of Procurement

2 weeks ago


Nashville, United States Dsjglobal Full time

Position Overview: The Director of Procurement for Foodservice Contracts at is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing the procurement processes and strategies related to foodservice contracts within the hospital's operations. This role requires a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of procurement principles, vendor management, and compliance within the healthcare industry, specifically focusing on foodservice requirements. Key Responsibilities: Develop Procurement Strategies:

Formulate and implement procurement strategies tailored to meet the hospital's foodservice needs while ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints and quality standards. Vendor Management:

Establish and maintain relationships with foodservice vendors, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor performance to ensure adherence to contractual obligations, quality standards, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Cost Optimization:

Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in foodservice procurement processes while maintaining high-quality standards and compliance with health and safety regulations. Contract Compliance:

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, hospital policies, and industry standards in all foodservice contracts and procurement activities. Supply Chain Management:

Oversee the end-to-end supply chain for foodservice contracts, including sourcing, ordering, inventory management, and distribution to various hospital departments and facilities. Cross-functional Collaboration:

Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as culinary teams, nutritionists, finance, and operations departments to understand foodservice requirements and align procurement strategies with organizational goals. Risk Management:

Identify potential risks related to food procurement, supply chain disruptions, or vendor performance and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on hospital operations. Performance Monitoring: Establish

KPIs and performance metrics to monitor the effectiveness of foodservice procurement processes, vendor performance, and contract compliance, providing regular reports and insights to senior management. Continuous Improvement:

Lead initiatives for continuous improvement in procurement processes, vendor selection criteria, contract negotiation strategies, and supply chain optimization to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field (Master's degree preferred). Proven experience (5+ years) in procurement, vendor management, or supply chain management, preferably within the healthcare or foodservice industry. Strong understanding of food procurement regulations, health and safety standards, and compliance requirements in healthcare settings. Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders. Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, and data analytics tools for procurement and supply chain management. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive initiatives for continuous improvement. Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) is a plus.

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