Boys Town is seeking a collaborative and results-driven Director of Procurement Services to lead enterprise-wide procurement, purchasing, vendor management, and inventory operations. In this role, you will oversee Contract Management, Purchasing, Warehouse Operations, Accounts Payable, and Travel & Expense Report Management. You develop and execute strategies that drive cost efficiency, operational excellence and regulatory compliance while supporting the organization's mission and goals. We are looking for a collaborative and strategic individual with a proven track record of leadership.
Position is On Site in Omaha
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:Effectively leads all aspects of the organization's end-to-end procurement function to ensure support of organizational goals.- Provides strategic direction, vision and leadership to the organization's procurement function; is a trusted advisor to executive leadership and internal stakeholders for all procurement related matters.
- Works with key stakeholders to develop, maintain, and communicate procurement policies, strategies and practices to ensure alignment with the organization's needs and mission.
- Promotes a culture of integrity, customer service, and accountability within all procurement-related operations.
- Leads, mentors, and develops a high-performing team across procurement functions.
- Heads cross-functional collaboration with finance, IT, legal, compliance, and program service leaders.
- Establishes, analyzes and reports business analytics, KPIs, and customer satisfaction criteria for procurement.
- Oversees the full contract lifecycle , including RFP development, negotiation, execution, renewal, and performance monitoring.
- Oversees the administration and maintenance of the centralized contract management system; ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Ensures contract compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
- Partners with legal, compliance, and business leaders to mitigate risk and optimize contract outcomes.
- Directs centralized purchasing operations to achieve best pricing, quality, and delivery outcomes.
- Leads vendor selection, evaluation, and relationship management activities.
- Implements strategic sourcing initiatives to reduce costs, enhance value, and support organizational priorities.
- Oversees procurement system management (ERP, purchasing platforms, supplier punchouts) and ensures continuous system/process improvement.
- Oversees warehouse operations to ensure accurate inventory, efficient distribution, and timely fulfillment of organizational needs.
- Optimizes storage, logistics, and supply chain processes to reduce waste and increase efficiency.
- Ensures proper stewardship of assets and adherence to inventory controls.
- Provides leadership and oversight for accounts payable operations, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
- Oversees internal controls to ensure compliance, prevent fraud, and maintain accurate financial reporting.
- Oversees the organization's travel program, ensuring policy compliance, cost-effective vendor agreements, and traveler safety.
- Evaluates travel and expense report management technologies and tools for effectiveness and user experience.
- Oversees internal controls to prevent fraud, reduce waste, and maintain accurate financial reporting.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:- Strong knowledge of contracting, purchasing, inventory management, and accounts payable processes.
- Experience leading through the contract management lifecycle (CLM) function and leveraging associated technology.
- Ability to strategize, influence, challenge and drive change in a matrix-based organization.
- Strong management skills with the ability to create and lead cohesive and productive teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively to solve problems.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field required.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in procurement or supply chain leadership required.
- Experience leading multiple functional areas required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Master's degree or relevant certification (e.g., CPSM, CPM, CPPB, CPPO) preferred.
- Healthcare procurement experience preferred.
- Experience with Workday ERP preferred.
- Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.
- Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:- Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks. Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and a general workstation set-up.
Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town - it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.
At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required.
