The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the sourcing, purchasing, and contract management of goods and services for the nursing home company. This role ensures that supplies, equipment, and services are acquired at the best value, delivered on time, and compliant with healthcare and regulatory standards, while supporting high-quality resident care and operational efficiency.

At Ciena Healthcare, we take care of you too, with an attractive benefit package including:

• Competitive pay
• Life Insurance
• 401K with matching funds
• Health insurance
• AFLAC
• Employee discounts
• Education Assistance Programs

Responsibilities

• Purchasing & Supply Management:
  • Manage procurement of medical supplies, equipment, food services, maintenance materials, and other goods and services.
  • Manage GPO.
  • Ensure consistency and quality across all nursing home facilities.
    
    
• Vendor Management:
  • Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service levels.
  • Build and maintain relationships with preferred vendors while monitoring performance and compliance.
    
    
• Contract Management:
  • Draft, review, and manage purchasing contracts, ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor contract renewals and renegotiations to ensure cost savings and service continuity.
    
    
• Inventory & Cost Control:
  • Analyze purchasing data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve efficiency.
  • Manager Vendor RFPs.
    
    
• Compliance & Quality Assurance:
  • Ensure all purchasing activities comply with healthcare regulations, company policies, and ethical standards.
  • Support infection control and resident safety through quality supply management.
    
    
• Process Improvement:
  • Develop and implement standardized procurement policies and procedures across all facilities.
  • Manage process improvements through ERP/procurement system.
    
    
• Collaboration & Support:
  • Partner with Finance, Clinical, Dietary, and Operations teams to ensure alignment of purchasing strategies with facility needs.
  • Provide training and guidance to staff on procurement practices and systems.
    
    
• Reporting & Analysis:
  • Prepare regular reports on purchasing activity, supplier performance, cost savings, and budget adherence.
  • Track KPIs to inform leadership decision-making. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management; healthcare or long-term care experience strongly preferred.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and contract administration skills.
• Knowledge of healthcare supply chain practices, medical equipment, and regulatory requirements (CMS, OSHA, infection control).
• Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite. 

About Ciena Healthcare

Ciena Healthcare is a leading provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation care services.

We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, believing that each of them is a unique person who deserves our best every day we care for them. If you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way, Ciena is the place for you!