Manager, Purchasing (Lab)Location: DeLand, FL - Hybrid: 2 day onsite and 3 days home each week
Employment Type: Full-time
The
Manager, Purchasing (Lab) leads the day-to-day operations of the purchasing and supplies department at DaVita Labs. You will manage procurement and inventory control processes, build and maintain vendor relationships, and oversee departmental budgets. You'll also ensure compliance with DaVita's quality and purchasing standards while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team.
This role reports to the
Director, Materials Management.
Key Responsibilities - Oversee procurement, inventory control, and vendor management
- Forecast procurement needs; analyze data and create reports
- Manage departmental budgets and financial performance
- Negotiate service contracts and track compliance/documentation
- Develop and implement purchasing SOPs and best practices
- Manage and approve online purchase requisitions
- Provide leadership and development for purchasing team
- Coordinate with legal and leadership on vendor contract lifecycle
- Monitor purchasing performance metrics and KPIs
- Prepare and deliver reports and presentations to leadership
- Ensure regulatory and policy compliance (OSHA, Medicare, etc.)
- Support internal and external customers with supply needs
- Vet, audit, and evaluate vendors for performance and compliance
- Oversee disposal of surplus inventory and materials
Must-Have Qualifications - 5+ years of experience in purchasing or contracting
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally across teams and with vendors
- Understanding of wage/hour, federal, state, and local employment laws
Required Skills - Procurement and inventory control
- Vendor relationship management
- Budget and contract management
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Experience with MRP systems and purchasing practices
Preferred Skills - Experience in a clinical laboratory or healthcare environment
- Familiarity with kidney care is a plus
- Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
- Proficiency in Microsoft SQL and Crystal Reporting
Recruiter Submission Template - Manager, Purchasing (Lab)Full Name:Bachelor's Degree & University (with graduation year):Do you have 5+ years of experience in Purchasing or Contracting? (Y/N, details):Do you have experience managing departmental budgets? (Y/N, details):Do you have experience in a healthcare or clinical lab setting? (Y/N, details):Experience with Vendor Management and Contract Negotiation (Y/N, details):Experience with Procurement Systems / MRP / ERP Tools (Y/N, specify tools):Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) (Y/N, specify systems):Experience with Microsoft SQL:Experience with Crystal Reporting:Experience with Microsoft Office (Y/N, specify tools used):Leadership Experience (Y/N, size of team managed and details):Do you have experience developing SOPs or procurement policies? (Y/N, details):Do you have experience in compliance with OSHA, Medicare, or related regulations? (Y/N, details):Motivation / Reason for Interest in this Role:Contact Number:Email ID:LinkedIn Profile URL:Full Address (Street, City, State, ZIP Code):Notice Period (in weeks):Current Work Authorization (U.S. Citizen / Green Card / Visa - Specify):Expected Salary:Are you able to work Hybrid (2 days onsite/week) in DeLand, FL? (Y/N):Open to relocation at own expense if not local to DeLand, FL? (Y/N): 
