Associate Director of Purchasing

Additional Comp Info

Salary based on experience.

Overview

Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties has a full-time opportunity for an Associate Director of Purchasing in Anaheim, CA.

 

Lead and strategically manage all purchasing functions for the affiliate, encompassing daily operations, inventory control, medical facility services, vendor relationships, project implementation, asset management, quality and compliance, and financial reconciliation. This role serves as a key point of contact for inquiries related to pricing, sourcing, and financial reporting and is responsible for developing and implementing effective purchasing policies and procedures.

 

At PPOSBC, we understand the importance of a well-rounded benefits program and are dedicated to providing you with unique benefits that meet the needs of you and your family. We are proud to offer a range of plans that help protect you in the case of illness or injury including:

• A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents, life insurance, and long term disability. 
• Benefits coverage starts after one full month of employment!
• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday benefits!
• Generous 401(k) matching contributions and more!
• To view our detailed benefits guide, please visit our career site at www.pposbccareers.org

 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Licensure and/or Certification Requirements:

• APICS/CPIM/CPSM certification a plus.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field required.
• Master’s degree a plus.

 

Minimum Work Experience:

• 12+ years of purchasing department experience, including a minimum of 6 years management experience
• Knowledge of general accounting principles, project management, supply chain management concepts to include pricing, purchasing, accounts payable, par levels, inventory valuation, order automation, mathematical reporting and analyzing, etc.
• Supply chain management system implementation experience required.

 

Supervisory Experience:

• Demonstrated ability as an effective leader, including coaching and team-building skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Budgeting experience.
• Excellent strategic planning skills.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work with accuracy.

 

Other Requirements:

• Advanced knowledge of Excel.

 

Agency Standard Requirements:

• Strong commitment to quality healthcare and excellent customer service is required.
• Must thrive in a fast-paced, rigorous environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Must demonstrate high-level computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with electronic medical records may also be required.
• This position requires travel to other sites and locations; if using a personal vehicle to meet this requirement, a valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance in compliance with the minimum requirements of CA vehicle code are required.
• Abortion patients are cared for at each of our health centers and in part through the administrative, support, and other non-clinical services provided at all PPOSBC locations and by all PPOSBC employees, and supporting these critical services is an essential job duty and fundamental responsibility of all employees.

 

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:  Essential functions encompass the required tasks, duties, and responsibilities performed as part of the job and the reason the job exists.

• Manage, supervise, and train the purchasing department team, fostering a high-performance environment for assigned categories, medical supplies, medications, medical equipment, and medical services.
• Assist in developing, leading, and executing purchasing strategies to achieve cost savings and operational efficiencies and ensure the delivery of high-quality products and services to