Purchasing Manager

Driving compliant, cost‑effective purchasing that supports quality community care

Job Description

The Purchasing Manager oversees the organization’s procurement, vendor management, and purchasing systems to ensure cost-effective, compliant, and timely acquisition of goods and services. This role plays a critical part in maintaining strong internal controls, supporting grant compliance, and ensuring audit readiness within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment. The Purchasing Manager collaborates closely with Accounting, Operations, IT, Facilities, and Clinical leadership to align procurement activities with organizational, regulatory, and budgetary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor lifecycle activities, including new vendor setup, account terminations, competitive bidding, and contract negotiations.
• Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure quality, service levels, and cost...