director of purchasing

Omni Hotels

Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa
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Omni PGA Frisco Resort blends the warmth of Texas hospitality with refined comfort. Guests can unwind in one of 500 thoughtfully designed rooms and suites, or embrace the spirit of the Lone Star State in one of 10 private ranch houses. With four shimmering pools—including an adults-only rooftop infinity pool—plus the serene Mokara Spa and 13 unique food and beverage destinations, every stay is an experience to savor. Whether you're planning a weekend retreat or marking a special occasion, this is Frisco at its most unforgettable.
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The Director of Purchasing will provide the acquisition of food, beverage, and general purchases at maximum economics based on business activity. He/She will act a as senior liaison between individuals in the hotel and supplier representatives in the procurement of goods and services required to achieve the objectives of each department.
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<b>Responsibilities:</b><br>
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<li>Directly supervise the Purchasing staff through delegation of work tasks to achieve set objectives.</li>
<li>Attend all Food and Beverage and related meetings such as menu tie-down, weekly forecast and Financial Services. Conduct department staff meetings to review and discuss new objectives and other concerns identified in interdepartmental meetings.</li>
<li>Maintain close communications with Chef and Catering Department on requirements for future menu events to evaluate menus against par Inventories in determining necessary requirements for outlets and banquet functions.</li>
<li>Coordinate and monitor work performed by Storeroom Manager, specifically Food and Beverage requirements according to forecasted menus.</li>
<li>Establish and maintain training tools for subordinates to achieve a better knowledge and understanding of the Purchasing process and applications such as: product familiarity, receiving and storage standards. EOM reconciliation of Food and Beverage, EOM Accounts Payable closing.</li>
<li>Coordinate with vendor to set up site visits of their facilities to aid key personnel in Purchasing and Storerooms as a training tool to improve basic knowledge of commodities used.</li>
<li>Counsel and make, as needed, assessment of present and/or new associate job performance to determine what specific training is required to achieve desired results.</li>
<li>Evaluate vendor performance in compliance to Purchasing bid procedures. Monitors vendor ability to provide timely and consistent quality according to established specifications.</li>
<li>Maintain close communications with Corporate Purchasing offices for placement and follow-up on quarterly and annual order requirements.</li>
<li>Attend area hotel and restaurant shows and seminars to establish new vendor relations and learn of new products and ways to improve present operation.</li>
<li>Sets the exemplary role of specialty retail service. Ensures the number one priority of all sales associates is the customer and customer service.</li>
<li>Create and manage a team based environment with staff and continually evolve developing a positive atmosphere within the department</li>
<li>Responsible for managing coordinating all functions of the gift shop, including inventory, ordering & re-stocking of the retail shop.</li>
<li>Screening, hiring, training, supervision and scheduling of all retail staff.</li>
<li>Interact with other departments to ensure that guest’s needs are satisfied.</li>
<li>Speak with guests & associates in a friendly, warm manner, making them feel welcome.</li>
<li>Assist with monthly inventory. Coordinates the checking in of products, merchandising product on floor, and warehousing back stock.</li>
<li>Manages scheduled monthly and quarterly inventories by delegating work, taking inventory with POS scanning guns, coordinating all re-counts, coordinating all inventory verifications with accounting and compiling data results, while following all inventory procedures that align with internal audit compliance</li>
<li>Assists in data entry in Point-of-Sales (POS) software by entering and checking data that is entered into the system. Ensures that all employees are trained on how to enter correct data.</li>
<li>Manages daily replenishment of back stocked product to the sales floor, as well as maintaining a clean and organized back stock room.</li>
<li>Adhere to all policies regarding gift shop employee purchases.</li>
<li>Ensure the delivery of all items called for from guest rooms by confirmation with guests and verify guest room number for room charges.</li>
<li>Do not leave merchandise unsecured and follow proper procedure for payment of goods sold.</li>
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<b>Qualifications:</b><br>
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<li>Prior experience leading a Purchasing and Retail department within the Hospitality industry, preferred.</li>
<li>Procurement experience in Hotel or Food & Beverage industry preferred</li>
<li>Reading, writing, and oral proficiency in the English language required, must be able to communicate with guests and staff professionally and with empathy.</li>
<li>Ability to handle stressful situations, while maintaining a calm and welcoming demeanor.</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and provide guest follow up in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Must have the ability to delegate, effectively train and coach a team with diverse talents.</li>
<li>Must have highly developed customer service skills with strong attention to detail.</li>
<li>Proficient computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.</li>
<li>Maintain a professional business appearance, attitude, and performance.</li>
<li>Must be able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, and holidays.</li>
<li>Move, bend, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.</li>
<li>Stand, walk or sit for an extended period or for an entire work shift.</li>
<li>Requires repetitive motion, including utilizing telephone/computer for an extended period or for an entire shift.</li>
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Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link:
<br>EEOC is the Law Poster.
<br>Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.
<br>If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.

Director of Purchasing

Mid Trades

<p>Job Opportunity: Procurement Director</p><p><b>Location:</b> Salmiya, Kuwait<br/><b>Company:</b> Mid Trades</p><p>About Us</p><p>Mid Trades is a leading trading and distribution company, committed to delivering high-quality products and services across diverse industries. With a strong presence in Salmiya, we pride ourselves on efficiency, reliability, and innovation in supply chain management. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a strategic leader to oversee our procurement operations.</p><p>Role Overview</p><p>We are looking for a <b>Procurement Director</b> to lead and manage our procurement division. This role requires a seasoned professional with expertise in sourcing, vendor management, and supply chain optimization. You will be responsible for shaping Mid Trades&rsquo; procurement strategy, ensuring cost efficiency, and building strong supplier relationships.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company objectives.</li><li>Oversee sourcing, purchasing, and vendor management processes.</li><li>Negotiate contracts and agreements to ensure favorable terms.</li><li>Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulations, and ethical standards.</li><li>Monitor KPIs, market trends, and supplier performance.</li><li>Manage budgets, resources, and procurement systems.</li><li>Lead and mentor procurement teams, fostering accountability and excellence.</li><li>Collaborate with other departments to support operational efficiency.</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.</li><li>10+ years of procurement or supply chain experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.</li><li>Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies, vendor management, and contract negotiation.</li><li>Proven track record of managing procurement operations in dynamic industries.</li><li>Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.</li></ul><p>Why Join Us?</p><ul><li>Lead procurement operations at one of Kuwait&rsquo;s premier trading companies.</li><li>Play a key role in shaping Mid Trades&rsquo; growth and efficiency.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.</li><li>Collaborative and mission-driven work culture.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: Up to KD3,500.000 per month</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

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   Graduated from Engineering departments of universities,
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   Preferably with a minimum of 3 years of experience in similar positions in the automotive industry,
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   Able to speak English at an advanced level,
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   Advanced ability to use MS Office programs and SAP application,
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   Prone to team work, analytical thinking and goal-result oriented,
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   Having strong negotiation and communication skills,
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   Having a class B driver&rsquo;s license and being able to actively drive,
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   Regularly conducting demand and supply market analysis for the categories under responsibility, creating purchasing strategies and preparing and implementing relevant action plans,
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   Carrying out purchasing processes in line with strategic purchasing principles in all purchasing categories, especially the relevant category,
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   Ensuring the coordination of purchasing and supply transactions regarding the relevant category in all countries,
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   Periodically conducting category-based expenditure analyzes and reporting them to managers,
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   Researching purchasing opportunities to create cost and quality advantages and creating suggestions,
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   Leading the negotiation and selection of suppliers on behalf of group operations,
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   Managing the definition, measurement and development of category-based performance reports and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures,
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   Managing all purchasing processes related to the category,
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   Managing risks in the purchasing process and finding alternative solutions in the relevant purchasing category,
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   Creating and developing the supplier portfolio. Managing the optimization of the approved supplier list,
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   Conducting supplier consolidation and expenditure analysis to increase efficiency in the relevant purchasing category,
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   Conducting value engineering and cost studies,
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   Directing business units within the scope of product development and service to be provided,
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   Conducting trend, technical and market analysis of economic data and the main raw materials within the scope and to follow the market.
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Direct Purchasing Specialist

Hilton

<div><p>Assistant Purchasing Manager</p><p>
An Assistant Purchasing Manager will ensure the accuracy of stocks, accounts payable, prepayments, and creditor/accruals accounting records and provide periodic reports to the Finance department.<br>
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<b>What will I be doing?</b><p><br>
As Assistant Purchasing Manager, you will ensure the accuracy of stocks, accounts payable, prepayments, and creditor/accruals accounting records and provide periodic reports to the Finance department. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:</p><ul>
<li>Assist the Purchasing Manager with the purchasing of all goods and equipment required by the hotel</li>
<li>Purchase the correct goods and materials at a competitive price and proper quantities/volumes</li>
<li>Assist the Purchasing Manager with regular reports on goods purchased and inventory levels so to allow for more effective future purchasing</li>
<li>Report all monthly savings to the hotel Team</li>
<li>Work with hotel management to improve the purchasing process as a way to reduce waste and improve profitability</li>
<li>Maintain good communication and working relationships with all hotel areas</li>
<li>Attend finance meetings, as required</li>
<li>Act in accordance with fire, health and safety regulations and follow the correct procedures when required</li>
<li>Serve your role and Team in an environmentally-conscience manner</li></ul><b>
What are we looking for?</b><p><br>
An Assistant Purchasing Manager serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:</p><ul>
<li>Previous experience in a high volume Accounts function</li>
<li>Computer literate, with good MS Excel skills</li>
<li>Good time management and organisation skills</li></ul>
<p>It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:</p><ul>
<li>Previous experience with the Birchstreet and the PeopleSoft system</li>
<li>Relevant degree, in Finance/Accounting or related business discipline, from an academic institution</li></ul><br>
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What will it be like to work for Hilton?</b><br>
<p>Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision &ldquo;to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality&rdquo; unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!</p></div>

Assistant Purchasing Manager

Outreach.io

<div><div><div><b>About Outreach</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Outreach, founded in 2014, is the only complete <b>agentic AI</b> platform for revenue teams. Outreach infuses agentic AI, conversation intelligence, and assistive AI to power hundreds of use cases across revenue motions. From new logo prospecting to expansions, deal acceleration, driving retention, and forecasting, Outreach AI automates workflows and frees sellers to focus on more strategic conversations and actions. Revenue leaders benefit from connected account visibility, performance insights, and higher forecasting accuracy across every GTM team. World leading enterprise organizations use Outreach to power their revenue teams, including Databricks, SAP, Siemens, and Verizon to name a few.<br>
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<div><div><p>The Role</p>
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<div><p>As we continue to scale, we are seeking an experienced Director of Procurement to lead the maturation of our existing Procurement function. Building on a strong foundation, this role is focused on evolving our procure-to-pay operations, deepening cross-functional partnerships, and driving greater efficiency, compliance, and cost discipline across the organization. You will serve as the operational and strategic lead for how the business purchases goods and services &mdash; ensuring that speed and innovation are never sacrificed at the expense of governance and risk management.</p>
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<div><p>You and your team will partner closely with Finance, Legal, Security, Privacy, GRC, and Business Systems to support complex software contracts, AI tools, professional services, and infrastructure spend.</p>
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<div><p>This role is ideal for someone who thrives in environments where the foundation exists, but the opportunity to optimize, scale, and elevate is significant.</p><br>
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Location: We would prefer this candidate to be located in Atlanta or Seattle. We are also open to remote candidate within the US.</p>
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</div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Your Daily Adventures Will Include</b></h3><div><div><div>
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<div><p>Procure-to-Pay Leadership &amp; Continuous Improvement</p>
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<div><ul><li><p>Own and continuously improve the end-to-end purchase-to-pay (P2P) process within our Zip procurement environment</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Identify and implement automation opportunities and AI-driven enhancements across the procurement lifecycle to reduce friction and increase speed</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Iterate on current procurement policies, approval frameworks, and purchasing workflows that balance operational agility with financial controls</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Oversee cross-departmental P2P operations, ensuring consistent process adherence and a high-quality and efficient purchasing experience for business stakeholders</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Work in close partnership with Legal, Privacy, Cybersecurity, GRC, and Finance to ensure procurement processes reflect current compliance requirements and risk standards</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Train all Outreachers on process standards and serve as the internal subject matter expert on procurement best practices</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Identify opportunities to scale the function in alignment with organizational growth, including evolving tooling, workflows, and team capacity</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Serve as a visible and credible partner to senior leadership, advocating for procurement as a strategic business enabler</p>
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</ul></div><div><p>Vendor Management &amp; Risk Mitigation</p>
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</div><div><div><ul><li><p>Lead vendor relationship management and negotiating strategy on behalf of business partners</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Maintain due diligence policies and procedures to ensure vendors meet contractual, regulatory, and ethical requirements while assisting GRC, Privacy and security teams maintain critical documentation for related audits and compliance requirements</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Drive risk-based decision making across procurement actions, ensuring appropriate scrutiny is applied to vendor onboarding and ongoing relationships while balancing for speed/efficiency</p>
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<div><ul><li><p>Collaborate with the Corporate Controller on budgeting, forecasting, and transparency while improving reporting to support data-driven decision making across the business</p>
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<div><ul><li><p>Bring proven expertise in negotiating software and technology contracts, including SaaS agreements, enterprise licensing, and multi-year commitments</p>
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</b></h3><div><div><div><div><div><ul><li><p>7+ years in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Vendor Management</p>
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The base salary range for this role is $150,000-$170,000 USD. You may also be offered incentive compensation, bonus, restricted stock units, and benefits. Actual compensation is based on factors such as your skills, qualifications, and experience. Final offers are determined through a holistic assessment and will vary within the posted range. Your Recruiter will share specific details based on your location and role during the hiring process.</div></div>
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Why You&rsquo;ll Love It Here</b></div><div></div><ul><li><br>
Flexible time off
</li><li>401k to help you save for the future</li><li>Generous medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees and their dependents
</li><li>A parental leave program that includes options for a paid night nurse, and a gradual return to work</li><li>Infertility/ assisted reproductive services benefit</li><li>Employee referral bonuses to encourage the addition of great new people to the team</li><li>Snacks and beverages in the Office, along with fun events to celebrate</li><li>Diversity and inclusion programs that promote employee resource groups like Outreach Women's Network, Latinx community, Outreach Black Connection, AAPI community, Pride/LGBTQIA+, Gender+, Disability Community, and Veterans/Military<br>
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<div><i>Outreach is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.</i></div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
Our success is reliant on building teams that include people from different backgrounds and experiences who can elevate assumptions and ideas with fresh perspectives. We're dedicated to hiring the whole human, not just a resume. To that end, we look for a diverse pool of applicants-including those from historically marginalized groups. We would like to invite you to apply even if you don't think you meet all of the requirements listed below. We don't want a few lines in a job description to get between us and the opportunity to meet you.</i></b></div></div>
<div><div>We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div></div></div>

Director, Procurement

BAKER GROUP

<p></p><div><p><b>PURPOSE</b></p><p>
The Director of Procurement leads the strategic sourcing and procurement function to ensure the timely, cost-effective and quality-driven acquisition of materials, equipment and services critical to project execution. This role drives value creation through supplier relationships, market intelligence and disciplined purchasing practices, aligning with enterprise operational and financial goals.</p><p>
 By collaborating closely with project management, operations and leadership, the position ensures procurement activities support project schedules, enhance competitiveness and uphold Baker Group&rsquo;s reputation for reliability and performance.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><p><b><i>
The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.</i></b></p><p><b>
Leadership &amp; Strategy:</b></p><ul><li>
Establish the overall vision, strategy and operating model for procurement across the organization.</li><li>
Lead, develop, mentor and evaluate Procurement Managers, ensuring alignment with company growth and operational objectives.</li><li>
Advise senior leadership on supply chain risks, cost trends and strategic sourcing opportunities.</li><li>
Develop and oversee performance metrics that drive accountability, scalability and continuous improvement across procurement functions.</li><li>
Develops and implements procurement strategies aligned with project requirements, financial objectives and organizational goals.</li></ul><p><b>
Procurement Governance &amp; Oversight:</b></p><ul><li>
Define and enforce procurement policies, standards and controls to ensure consistency compliance and risk mitigation.</li><li>
Provide oversight of major sourcing initiatives, high-value contracts and critical supplier agreements.</li><li>
Ensure procurement activities across all business units are aligned, efficient and delivering maximum value.</li><li>
Evaluate strategic sourcing decisions that impact project cost, schedule and overall business performance, in collaboration with the Project Manager.</li></ul><p><b>
Supplier Strategy &amp; Marketing Positioning:</b></p><ul><li>
Develop long-term supplier strategies, including preferred vendor programs and strategic partnerships.</li><li>
Lead executive-level supplier engagement, including negotiations for key agreements and resolution of critical issues.</li><li>
Position the organization to respond proactively to market shifts, supply constraints, and pricing volatility.</li><li>
Drive diversification of the supply base to enhance resilience and competitive advantage.</li></ul><p><b>
Enterprise Collaboration &amp; Value Creation:</b></p><ul><li>
Partner with executive leadership, operations, estimating, and finance to align procurement strategy with business planning and project delivery.</li><li>
Lead cross-functional initiatives that improve total cost of ownership, standardization, and prefabrication strategies.</li><li>
Champion data-driven decision-making and the use of technology to enhance procurement visibility and performance.</li><li>
Identify and lead enterprise-wide cost optimization and value engineering initiatives.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
MINIMUM EDUCATION &amp; EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field required.</li><li>
Minimum of 10 years of progressive procurement, supply chain, or related experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience leading procurement functions across multiple projects, business units, or regions within mechanical construction, industrial contracting, or a related industry.</li><li>
Proven track record of developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier programs, and cost optimization strategies at an organizational level.</li><li>
Extensive experience negotiating complex, high-value contracts and managing key supplier relationships.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and project-based supply chain dynamics.</li><li>
Experience implementing procurement systems, process standardization, and performance metrics (KPIs) across an organization.</li><li>
Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, or CSCP preferred.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
MENTAL AND PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTAL FUNCTIONS</b></p><ul><li>
Strategic thinking with the capability to translate business objectives into procurement strategies and actionable plans.</li><li>
Leadership and influence skills to align cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders .</li><li>
Strong decision-making in complex, high-impact, and time-sensitive situations.</li><li>
Advanced analytical skills to evaluate market data, financial impacts, and supply chain risks.</li><li>
Effective communication and presentation skills with executive leadership, internal teams, and external partners.</li><li>
Capacity to manage multiple priorities across projects and business units in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>
Proven capability to lead organizational change and drive continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>
Professionalism, sound judgment, and composure under pressure.</li><li>
Commitment to compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><p></p><div><p><b><br>
ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY</b></p></div><ul><li>
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer</li><li>
Must be able to lift 10 pounds occasionally</li><li>
May have occasional visits to a job site which would require periods of standing, walking and/or climbing stairs.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
EQUIPMENT/TOOLS</b></p><ul><li>
Laptop Computer</li></ul><p><b><br>
</b></p><p><b><i>Baker Group </i></b><b>is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.</b></p></div><p></p>

Director of Procurement

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

<div><p><b>Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center </b>: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt&rsquo;s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.
</p><p></p><p><b>Organization:
</b></p>VHPC Acute Account Executive Team
<p></p><p><b>Job Summary:
</b></p>Responsible for selling Vanderbilt Health Purchasing Collaborative (VHPC) portfolio and solutions as well as the capabilities of Vanderbilt Health Supply Chain Solutions across acute care and non-acute care health providers and commercial entities where appropriate. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of proven experience in working in a sales position, client management and/or has in depth knowledge of group purchasing organization operations.
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</p><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Collaborate with VHPC leadership to design and implement sales strategies, often specific to individual organizations, in order to drive sales production and high growth rates.
</p></li><li><p>Prospect opportunities and maintain healthy and sufficient pipeline activities.
</p></li><li><p>Contribute to and drive lead generation activities, including trade shows and other events, prospect outreach, responding to inbound leads, and participating in campaigns.
</p></li><li><p>Strategically develop and build trusted relationships with influencers and key decision makers and effective position solutions.
</p></li><li><p>Develop and deliver use cases and value propositions, compelling ROI driven business cases, and differentiated proposals to senior decision makers at prospect Hospital Systems.
</p></li><li><p>Coordinate communications and activities between prospects and portfolio company support resources and subject matter experts (SMEs).
</p></li><li><p>Effectively manage sales processes and assist VHPC colleagues through proposal, negotiation, contracting, and close.
</p></li><li><p>Contribute to budget and forecasts based on existing or potential pipeline and maintains an accurate monthly updated pipeline plan that will inform the financial plans.
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Technical Capabilities:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Marketing Knowledge and Skills (Intermediate): Knowledge and skills in integrated digital marketing, broadcast and print production, promotional and collateral materials, as well as web and social media presence. Demonstrates attention to detail, timeline, deadlines, budgets.
</p></li><li><p>Relationship Building (Advanced): Develops cooperative internal and external relationships.
</p></li><li><p>Customer Service (Advanced): A continuing focus on the needs and requirements of customers, anticipating their needs, remaining sensitive to customers while performing services for them, responsive to customer needs.
</p></li><li><p>Communication (Expert): Clearly, effectively and respectfully communicates to employees or customers.&quot;
</p></li><li><p>Contract Maintenance (Advanced): The process of ensuring that the intent, requirements, and terms and conditions of a contract are met and continue to be met through the end of the agreement.
</p></li><li><p>Purchasing (Expert): Understands the concepts behind supplier relations and supply chain management. Handles supplier-related activities, requests for pricing, and purchases of goods and services while ensuring appropriate costs, schedules, quality, deliveries, terms, and conditions.
</p></li></ul><p></p><p>Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more.
</p><p></p><p>At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.
</p><p></p><p><b>Core Accountabilities:
</b></p><p></p>* Organizational Impact: Implements strategies for a sub function with direct impact to the function results.* Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Resolves highly complex business issues that are often unprecedented that have immediate impact on own sub-function or entity and wider implications to the organization. * Breadth of Knowledge: Applies expertise within professional/technical area and uses advanced business knowledge to develop objectives.* Team Interaction: Leads a sub-function serving the organization at large or across one or more entity(s).
<p></p><p><b>Core Capabilities </b><b>:
</b></p><p></p>Supporting Colleagues: - Develops Self and Others: Acts upon constructive feedback from all levels of the organization and initiates strategies to develop talent in others. - Builds and Maintains Relationships: Leverages relationships and insight to forecast potential future needs and influence delivery of work to exceed expectations. - Communicates Effectively: Anticipates difference audience concerns, styles and finds mutually beneficial solutions across conflicting and sensitive issues. Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of broad-based issues and considers the interests of others to improve satisfaction of services. - Solves Complex Problems: Critically evaluates complex information and identifies trends/risks to make recommendations to improve processes across areas. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing feedback and development discussions to motivate and support team members to maximize performance. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Anticipates problems or obstacles which may interfere with quality standards and develops plants to ensure area's quality standards are met. - Ensures Continuous Improvement: Routinely draws upon valuable learning from others, past experiences, and new information to determine key opportunities. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Develops appropriate corrective actions for unsafe environments in order to ensure operational and safety compliance. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Identifies potential obstacles to goal achievement and develops solutions to address those obstacles. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Creates the appropriate systems and processes to effectively manage resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Applies in-depth knowledge of data to recommend and implement new approaches to improve decision making capabilities. Fostering Innovation: - Generates New Ideas: Identifies opportunities and leads development of new initiatives that create value across areas. - Applies Technology: Creates the energy and drive for self/others to identify and leverage technology in new, innovative ways to drive greater efficiencies. - Adapts to Change: Anticipates the change process and clearly communicates impact on others/own team(s), assisting them in embracing the change.
<p></p><p><b>Position Qualifications:
</b></p><p></p><p><b>Responsibilities:
</b></p><p></p><p><b>Certifications:
</b></p><p></p><p><b>Work Experience:
</b></p>Relevant Work Experience<br>
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<p></p><p><b>Experience Level:
</b></p>5 years
<p></p><p><b>Education:
</b></p>Bachelor's (Required)
<p></p><p><i>Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.</i></p></div><p></p>

Sales Director, Vanderbilt Health Purchasing Collaborative

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