Purchasing Manager at Planned Parenthood – Pembroke Pines, Florida

Purchasing Manager – make an impact!

If you love the idea of making a direct impact in your community with a mission-driven organization, we want to hear from you! Planned Parenthood of Florida is seeking a dedicated Purchasing Manager to join our talented team. This remote position will coordinate and complete centralized purchasing functions for the Affiliate.

You’ll be a key part of our culture, which fosters commitment to our workplace values: respect, caring, support, effective communication, teamwork, collaboration, accountability, and responsibility.

Our mission:

We believe that reproductive self-determination and the right to privacy are core human freedoms. Our mission is to provide exceptional, cutting-edge sexual and reproductive health care (including abortion), through education, advocacy, and clinical services that are affordable, accessible, and available to all people in the community, regardless of income, race, marital status, religion, or sexual orientation. Please visit us at www.ppfl.org to learn more.

Snapshot of key accountabilities of the Purchasing Manager:

• Manage centralized purchasing system and ensure optimal inventory levels to support business operations.
  
• Develop and implement procurement strategies, policies, and procedures.
  
  
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships.
  
  
• Analyzing costs, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and managing procurement budgets.
  
  
• Partner with health center leadership to set par levels per health center location.
  
  
• Ensure invoice pricing matches negotiated contract rates.
  
  
• Research /implement potential new vendors and GPO’s to ensure best pricing on goods and services.
  
  
• Negotiate contract terms and pricing.
  
  
• Assist with the implementation of DSCSA compliance tool.
  
  

Experience/Education of the Purchasing Manager:

• High School Diploma required. A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field preferred. Previous healthcare and/or Not-For-Profit experience a plus.
  
  
• Experience with or the ability to rapidly learn and navigate multiple systems including purchasing and contract management systems.
  
  
• Prior experience in a purchasing role with an understanding of the procurement processes, strategies, and best practices and proven experience in driving down cost of goods/supplies.
  
  
• Excellent communication with very strong negotiation skills.
  
  
• Strong analytical skills required for analyzing data, identifying trends, and making informed purchasing decisions.
  
  
• Previous experience working with Microsoft Office suite is preferred.
  
• Ability to travel throughout the service area as needed.
  
  

What does it take to thrive here?

• A strong commitment to our mission and values

• Ability to relate to and care for diverse populations and communities

• Strong emotional intelligence and professional integrity

• Conscientious, detail-oriented, and thorough in documentation and service delivery

• Adaptable and dependable, with the ability to navigate both independent and collaborative work

• Professionalism, cultural humility, and a trauma-informed lens in all interactions
  
  

Benefits and Compensation:

• Salary compensation: Starting at $75,000 per year. Commensurate with experience and credentials

• Eligible for full benefits effective the first of the month following 30 days from your hire date

• Paid Time Off accrues immediately but cannot be used until after 90 full days of employment

• Generous holiday and leave benefits, and ongoing training and development opportunities

DIVERSE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Planned Parenthood of South, East and North Florida is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory environment and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are proud to foster a dynamic and inclusive environment centered on respect, integrity, equity, and innovation.