Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work® by Activated Insights. This is the 7th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of.
COMMUNITY NAME G&A Job ID 2024-221174 JOB OVERVIEWThe Director of Purchasing is responsible for overseeing the purchasing and procurement processes for Sunrise Senior Living. This role requires the development and implementation of strategic sourcing plans, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that the organization acquires goods and services in a timely, cost-effective manner while maintaining quality standards. The Director of Purchasing will work closely with other departments to meet organizational needs, fulfill Executive Leadership Team (ELT) goals, and drive operational efficiencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS Responsibilities:As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows:
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to ensure cost-effective procurement of goods and services.
• Oversee request for proposal (RFP) calendar and processes to ensure timely completion of bids.
• Develop and implement cost-reduction strategies, such as bulk purchasing or alternative sourcing options.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., asset management, operations, dining) to understand their needs and ensure formulary support.
• Negotiate, draft, and manage contracts with legal department for supply and services vendors.
• Analyze purchasing trends and provide regular reports to senior management regarding procurement activities, key performance indicators (KPIs)/cost savings, and supplier performance.
• Utilize data analytics to track purchasing metrics and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Monitor market trends and political happenings to forecast potential disruptions in supply or fluctuations in cost.
• Handle any procurement-related disputes or issues, ensuring they are resolved promptly.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on criteria such as cost, quality, reliability, and service.• Negotiate favorable terms and pricing, ensuring optimal cost savings without compromising quality.
• Conduct quarterly business reviews to ensure compliance with contract terms and performance standards.
• Manage and mentor the purchasing team.
• Provide leadership in training and professional development to improve team skills and effectiveness.
• Oversee departmental performance and ensure the team meets purchasing goals and deadlines.
• Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed throughout this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• Four-year degree or equivalent experience, Master of Business Administration (MBA) a plus
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, with at least 5 years in a managerial role
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiations
• Strong track record of managing vendor compliance and cost-saving initiatives
• In-depth knowledge of purchasing and supply chain management practices
• May require occasional travel to meet with vendors, attend conferences and conduct community visits
ABOUT SUNRISE
Sunrise Senior Living has championed quality of life in senior care for more than 30 years. We believe team members are our greatest resource and are looking for people who share our commitment to provide quality care for seniors and their families. It's no surprise that many of the world's leading experts in Senior Living entrust their career to Sunrise.
At Sunrise, you will…
Make a Difference Every Day
We are passionate about our mission — to champion quality of life for all seniors. We deliver high-quality care with a personal touch and encourage our residents to enjoy life to the fullest.
Be Part of a Uniquely Supportive Community
The care-focused environment we create for residents extends to our team members. We offer programs, rewards, and benefits to help you live your best.
Ignite Your Potential
We believe potential has no limits. We offer best-in-class leadership development programs designed to grow our leaders. We are committed to helping our team members achieve their career goals.
We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability PlansRetirement Savings Plans
Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
Daily Pay offered to get paid within hours of a shift (offered in the U.S. only)
Tuition ReimbursementIn addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.Some benefits have eligibility requirements
Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work®
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTSSunrise considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members to be one of its highest priorities. Employment with Sunrise is conditioned on completing and passing a drug test (which does not include marijuana), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Tuberculosis Test, Physical Evaluation). Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination is only required to the extent mandated by applicable federal, state, and local laws and authorities.
COMPENSATION DISCLAIMERSelected candidates will be offered competitive compensation based on geographic location of community/office, skills, experience, qualifications, and certifications/licenses (where applicable).
SEARCH FIRM REPRESENTATIVES PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:
Sunrise Senior Living is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to Sunrise Senior Living by any means, be it via email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Sunrise Senior Living in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the property of Sunrise Senior Living, and no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by Sunrise Senior Living as a result of such unsolicited referral or through any other means.