Overview
Voted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity
** CATEGORY MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE NEEDED
~This position will sit in our Brentwood, TN corporate office~
Make Lives Better Including Your Own.
If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.
Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status. Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:
Tuition Reimbursement
Pet Insurance
Adoption Reimbursement Benefits
Variety of Associate Discounts
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.
To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
Responsibilities
Steers facilities and development related sourcing initiatives for the company with the goal of achieving cost reductions in, the total cost of goods and services, increase total % of spend automated with national and regional vendors, as well as in maintaining or improving quality and vendor service levels. Aligns with other departments, including internal and external designers in supporting their strategies and processes while maximizing the company's buying potential and savings opportunities.
Implements and rolls out the strategic vision for facilities and development category.
Coordinates with the department team on major strategic project and supplier reviews to ensure programs are maintained on an ongoing basis (price verification, product blocking, etc)
Utilizes strategic sourcing processes to ensure that contracts are put in place that meet the needs of all of our communities, while providing synergy in process and savings. Timing of which is based on contract expiration date or business needs.
Identifies and prioritizes sourcing projects within spend area and develop the annual procurement plan.
Leads/participates in cross-functional teams in the development of sourcing strategies.
Drives contract and vendor compliance to the new and existing national agreements.
Provides detailed reporting on company programs including trend analysis, rebate tracking, savings initiatives, etc.
Leads selected department sourcing initiatives and be a point person for selected company-wide strategic projects.
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
Qualifications
Education and ExperienceBachelor's Degree (BA or BS) from four-year college or university preferred. Five to ten years of related facilities and development sourcing experience including proficiency in the procurement of Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E) to include related renovation and construction products/services. Proven success sourcing multiple categories for a national, multi-location organization including: managing RFP's, vendor relationships, contract compliance, etc.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special RequirementsNone
Management/Decision MakingUses limited independent judgment to make decisions based on precedents and established guidelines. Solves problems using standard procedures and precedents. Knows when to refer issues to supervisor and when to handle them personally.
Knowledge and SkillsHas a working knowledge of a skill or discipline that requires basic analytic ability. Has an overall understanding of the work environment and process. Has a working knowledge of the organization. Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills. Exceptional communication, brainstorming, leadership and negotiating skills. Ability to provide analytical and service support on basic and complex projects to include tasks using Microsoft Excel, PeopleSoft and other procurement software programs while working with customers and suppliers.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Standing
Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Walking
Sitting
Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Talk or hear
Exposure to latex
Ability to lift: Up to 25 pounds
Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Requires Travel: Occasionally
Vision
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
Job LocationsUS-TN-Brentwood
CategoryFinance
Sub-CategoryProcurement
Position Type (Portal Searching)Regular Full-Time
ID2024-261613
Location : NameProcurement-NSH
Location : Address111 Westwood Place
Location : LocationUS-TN-Brentwood
Job Code103885
Work LocationOn-Site
