Procurement Manager

Why join Givens Aldersgate? Givens Aldersgate continues to be a positive force and advocate for older adults. We have a mission to expand the possibilities of aging by improving lives through communities, services, and outreach. Givens Aldersgate promotes inclusion and belonging by aligning our words with actions so that everyone is welcomed and treated with dignity and respect. We continuously look for innovative approaches to achieve our sustainability goals and practices to protect our natural resources. Our collective mindset is to ensure the communities remain forward thinking and progressive as our residents seek a purpose driven life. Purpose. Passion. Possibilities.

What you'll get:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans available, with access to our on-site wellness clinic
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% match, up to 4%
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and access to free life insurance through The Hartford
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free access to personal and mental health support
• Tuition reimbursement and professional career growth programs
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Plus, so much more

Givens Aldersgate is looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead the strategic direction and execution of all procurement activities, from vendor management and inventory control to cost analysis and the operation of mail and print services.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with organizational objectives, optimize costs, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Cultivate and manage key vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, evaluate supplier performance, and resolve any disputes.
• Implement and manage inventory control systems to maintain appropriate stock levels and minimize excess inventory.
• Analyze purchasing data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement cost reduction measures.
• Oversee mail and print services operations, ensuring efficient processing, compliance and cost effectiveness.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize procurement processes and implement best practices.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the procurement and mail services team.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 5 Years of progressive experience in purchasing, procurement or related field
• 3 Years of experience in a leadership role.
• Professional certification in procurement (e.g., CPSM, CSCP, CPM) is highly desirable.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Proficiency in ERP systems.
• Understanding of purchasing Inventory management principles.

Compensation: $85,000

Still curious about what Givens is all about? It's kind of a long story, but at our core, we're a senior housing organization with a lot of heart and committed to providing housing to seniors of all socioeconomic backgrounds across WNC for more than 40 years. We already have four communities (two life plan communities and two affordable communities) with plans for many more in the coming years.