Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for managing Brightview's procurement systems, supporting strategic sourcing initiatives, and driving process improvements across end-to-end procurement processes. This role administers BV Marketplace enhancements, maintains supplier relationships and contracts, delivers user training, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve purchasing efficiency, compliance, and supplier performance. The position also analyzes procurement data, maintains key performance metrics, and supports Accounts Payable initiatives to optimize invoice processing and supplier enablement.

Responsibilities

• Consistently and genuinely demonstrate the STARS principles of Service, Teamwork, Action, Reputation and Success in all activities and interactions.
• Serve as the functional expert for BV Marketplace, delivering user support, developing training and retraining resources to enhance system utilization, data accuracy, and process compliance.
• Lead efforts to increase supplier participation in BV Marketplace focused on improving the utilization of punchouts, purchase orders, electronic invoicing, and supplier metrics.
• Partner closely with Accounts Payable, Operations, Regional Team Support Teams, Suppliers, and other internal stakeholders to identify procurement and purchasing needs, specifications for required supplies and equipment, and inventory expectations.
• Collaborate with the external GPO partners to optimize vendor relationships through contracted spend and rebate offers.
• Analyze vendor spend, purchasing patterns, and supplier utilization to identify opportunities for vendor consolidation, increased buying power, and portfolio-wide cost efficiencies; present recommendations to the Procurement Manager for evaluation and implementation.
• Monitor vendor performance, pricing, service levels, and contractual obligations to ensure suppliers meet established expectations and deliver agreed-upon value.
• Work closely with the Contracts and Licensing Specialist to manage vendor contracts and compliance documentation, monitor renewal timelines, and maintain accurate records for agreements, Certificates of Insurance, and related requirements.
• Support the negotiation, renewal, and ongoing administration of master operating agreements by developing tools, tracking mechanisms, and controls that ensure community service contracts are properly executed and maintained.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Range USD $80,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr. Compensation Disclosure

The salary range mentioned above reflects the potential pay for this role and does not include bonuses or additional incentives (if applicable), nor does it include the value of our benefit program. Offers will consider factors like experience, qualifications, location, community size (if relevant), certifications/training, etc. Brightview regularly reviews and adjusts compensation ranges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management or a related field and a minimum of two years' experience in procurement and purchasing or administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in contract negotiation, vendor management, and procurement preferred.
• Experience with electronic procurement software preferred.
• Ability to compile, analyze and synthesize data from a variety of sources and to apply reason, logic, and advanced problem-solving skills to resolve complex issues.
• Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office and Internet based applications and the ability to quickly master new applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional writing, proper grammar, and the ability to communicate effectively in English while building strong connections with others.
• Ability to manage projects, prioritize multiple tasks, and maintain a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to make and support team decisions.

Why work at Brightview?

Discover the Brightview Senior Living Difference!

1. Dedicated to Excellence: We lead the industry with a passion for delivering top-notch services and groundbreaking care.

2. Embracing Community: Join a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes your professional growth, development and advancement.

3. Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our seniors, contributing to their joy and well-being every day.

4. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, health, vision and dental insurance options, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs and many more benefits that prioritize your well-being.

5. A Place to Flourish: Embrace diversity, foster innovation, and access the tools and resources for personal and professional growth. Join our vibrant team at Brightview Senior Living and be valued as an integral part of our community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Brightview, we believe that diversity of thought, experience, perspective, and backgrounds makes us stronger. We welcome and celebrate all that makes us unique and we choose not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, military status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law or not related to the specific requirements of a particular role. We are, by choice and without question, an equal opportunity employer.

For Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.