Corporate Director of Procurement

Corporate Director of Procurement

Nexus Health Systems - Houston, TX

About Nexus Health Systems

Nexus Health Systems is a Texas-based healthcare organization specializing in the treatment of patients with complex medical, behavioral, and psychiatric needs. Since 1992, Nexus has provided integrated, interdisciplinary care across a network of hospitals and medical-model residential treatment programs.

Our programs serve children, adolescents, and adults with conditions such as severe autism, neurological injuries, psychiatric disorders, and other medically complex diagnoses. Through a coordinated system of care, Nexus combines medical, rehabilitative, and behavioral health services to deliver whole-person treatment and help patients successfully transition through the continuum of care.

At Nexus, our mission is simple: mending minds and restoring lives through compassionate, specialized care.

Position Summary

The Corporate Director of Procurement provides centralized leadership and oversight of procurement, materials management, and supply chain operations across Nexus Health Systems.

Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role is responsible for driving system-wide procurement strategy, ensuring the cost-effective acquisition, distribution, and control of supplies, equipment, and services. The Director will optimize vendor partnerships, enhance purchasing power, and implement standardized processes across all facilities to maximize value while supporting high-quality patient care.

This leader ensures compliance with regulatory standards, corporate policies, and contract agreements while driving operational efficiency, cost containment, and continuous improvement across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Operations

• Lead system-wide procurement and materials management operations in alignment with corporate policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner closely with finance, hospital leadership, and clinical teams to align purchasing decisions with operational needs and patient care priorities.
• Negotiate and manage system-wide vendor contracts, ensuring favorable terms, contract compliance, and strong vendor performance.
• Oversee vendor relationships, mitigate risk, and resolve escalated procurement-related issues.
• Supervise central buyers and ensure seamless coordination with Accounts Payable to reconcile invoices, monitor purchase orders, and minimize discrepancies.
• Collaborate with procurement operations teams to ensure efficient shipping, receiving, warehousing, and supply distribution processes.
• Oversee classification and labeling of chargeable vs. non-chargeable supplies to ensure accurate billing practices.

Compliance & Standardization

• Ensure adherence to contract agreements to maximize system-wide purchasing power and consistency.
• Partner with clinical and operational leaders to develop and maintain an approved product formulary, balancing standardization with clinical needs.
• Ensure compliance with purchase requisition workflows and internal controls.
• Maintain procurement and supply chain documentation in compliance with DNV, CARF , and other regulatory/accreditation standards.
• Oversee vendor contract lifecycle management, including renewals, evaluations, and performance scorecards.
• Develop, implement, and continuously update procurement policies and procedures.

Inventory Management

• Design and implement effective inventory control systems across all facilities.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing waste, shrinkage, and obsolescence.
• Lead physical inventory processes as part of a system-wide inventory management program.
• Monitor industry trends and introduce best practices in materials management and supply chain operations.

Cost Management & Budget Oversight

• Monitor procurement spend and conduct detailed spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure purchasing activities align with approved budgets while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets within established timelines and financial guidelines.
• Analyze resource utilization trends and recommend strategic budget adjustments.
• Support system-wide capital planning and forecasting for future acquisitions.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop central procurement staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and operational excellence.
• Build a high-performing procurement function through training, accountability, and performance management.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels to support system-wide procurement operations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and align departmental initiatives with organizational goals.
• Promote ongoing professional development within the procurement team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree or supply chain/procurement certification (e.g., CPSM, CMRP) preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in healthcare procurement, materials management, or supply chain operations.
• At least two (2)+ years of leadership or supervisory experience required.
• Experience in multi-site healthcare systems or hospital environments strongly preferred.

Interpersonal & Professional Skills

• Strong leadership, negotiation, and vendor management expertise.
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders across clinical, financial, and operational teams.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, regulated healthcare operations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable strategies.