Buyer - Purchasing - Full Time

Job TitleResponsible for category management, strategic sourcing, and, or supplier relationship management as directed by the Procurement department. Responsible for the day to day activities related to Brookdale communities and corporate offices spend in various categories.Job DescriptionRecognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility:Medical, Dental, Vision insurance401(k)Associate assistance programEmployee discountsReferral programEarly access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insuranceFull Time Only Benefits Eligibility:Paid Time OffPaid holidaysCompany provided life insuranceAdoption benefitDisability (short and long term)Flexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings AccountOptional life and dependent life insuranceOptional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal planTuition reimbursementBase pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. 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.The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.ResponsibilitiesUtilizes Procurement processes to ensure that suppliers are selected and, or contracts executed that meet the needs of Brookdale communities and corporate offices, while providing synergy in processes and, or savings.Negotiates and implements local, regional, and national agreements and, or process enhancements to support the savings and service goals of the Procurement team.Drives contract and vendor compliance to the new and existing national agreements and programs.Supports communication and training to associates of preferred programs and processes.Completes monthly reporting and analysis.Tracks contract expiration and renewal and, or invoice processes utilized by supplier.Facilitates knowledge share with Procurement team, Accounts Payable, Operations, Finance, Asset Management, and other teams as necessary for consistency in research, quality assurance, process, and performance metrics and pricing.QualificationsEducation and Experience: Bachelor's Degree (BA or BS) from four-year College or university preferred. Entry level to four years related experience and training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proven success sourcing categories, managing categories, and, or supplier relationship management for a national, multi-location organization including: managing RFP's, supplier relationships, contract compliance, etc.Strong customer service skills and thorough knowledge of Microsoft Excel are required. Strong analytical background – proficient in Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word. Research and data analysis – cost structure analysis skills.StandingRequires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendorsWalkingSittingOccasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverageUse hands and fingers to handle or feelReach with hands and armsStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlTalk or hearExposure to latexAbility to lift: Up to 25 poundsPossible exposure to blood-borne pathogensRequires Travel: OccasionallyVisionJob InfoJob Identification 25028913Job Category FinanceDegree Level Bachelor's DegreeJob Schedule Full timeLocations 105 Westwood Pl, Brentwood, TN, 37027, US (On-site)