Manager Purchasing - FT - Day - Supply Chain Lawrenceville NJ

Capital Health is the region’s leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates. The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full‑time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part‑time).

Pay Range: $83,595.20 - $

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

The Manager Purchasing oversees the daily buying of goods, services and equipment to ensure Capital Health has the necessary tools for providing uninterrupted patient care. This role leads the purchasing team in finding reliable vendors and negotiating fair prices to keep the organization running efficiently and within budget. The Manager Purchasing also acts as a strategic bridge between clinical staff and suppliers, ensuring that every item meets quality standards and arrives on time.

Additionally, the role verifies all data within the Materials Management Information System (MMIS) is accurate, timely and organized to support better financial and operational decisions.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in related field. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum two years supervisory and leadership experience. Four years of progressively responsible, directly related experience with purchasing, accounts payable and warehouse storeroom functions when accompanied by a Bachelor’s degree. Eight years of progressively responsible, directly related experience with purchasing accounts payable and warehouse storeroom functions when accompanied by a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Other Credentials:
• Knowledge and
  
  Skills:
  
  Practical knowledge of inventory, receiving and distribution activities to ensure a smooth flow of supplies. Strong working knowledge of the MMIS to support efficient buying and tracking. Intermediate to expert level skill in using Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Excel and Word, to organize purchasing data and create clear reports. Demonstrated ability to share information clearly and professionally, whether in writing or through verbal updates to teams and vendors.
• Special Training:
  Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:
  Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for resolving disagreements and building positive working relationships. Demonstrated ability to remain steady and professional during stressful situations or in a fast‑paced environment. A natural ability to pivot and stay effective when priorities shift or unexpected needs arise. Proven ability to manage multiple projects at once without losing track of details or deadlines.

Usual Work Day: 8 Hours

Reporting Relationships:
Does this position formally supervise employees? Yes If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

• Ensure the team’s daily actions support the broader operational goals of the department and the health system
• Continuously review purchasing policies and suggest updates aimed at reducing costs and promoting better use of the MMIS as needed
• Educate and update the staff on new product types, changes to negotiated services or vendor contracts and current industry trends
• Regularly review work processes to identify hurdles and recommend practical ways to make the purchasing team more efficient
• Monitor and manage essential purchasing reports,…