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Healthcare Linen Services Group · 3 months ago

Vice President of Procurement

HLSG Corporate, St. Charles, IL, US

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Healthcare Linen Services Group is seeking a strategic executive to lead their procurement function. The Vice President of Procurement will oversee sourcing, negotiation, and acquisition of goods and services while collaborating with operations to enhance efficiency and service delivery.

Health Care

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a global procurement strategy aligned with corporate goals, growth plans, and sustainability initiatives

Identify opportunities for innovation in sourcing, supplier engagement, and procurement technologies

Collaborate with executive leadership to forecast procurement needs based on business expansion, product development, and market trends

Build long-term, value-driven relationships with key suppliers and vendors across multiple categories and geographies

Lead complex contract negotiations to secure favorable terms, mitigate risk, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards

Establish supplier performance metrics and conduct regular reviews to ensure quality, delivery, and cost targets are met

Oversee all procurement activities including direct materials, indirect spend, capital expenditures, and professional services

Implement and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and systems to ensure consistency, transparency, and audit readiness

Drive digital transformation in procurement through automation, e-sourcing platforms, and data analytics

Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing procurement team across multiple regions or business units

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Set clear performance goals and provide regular feedback and development opportunities

Monitor global market trends, commodity pricing, and geopolitical risks to inform sourcing decisions

Use advanced analytics and ERP systems to forecast demand, optimize inventory, and manage working capital

Develop contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies for supply chain disruptions

Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or service levels

Lead value engineering efforts in collaboration with R&D and operations to reduce total cost of ownership

Track and report procurement savings, ROI, and strategic impact to senior leadership and stakeholders

Qualification

Procurement StrategyContract NegotiationSupplier ManagementCost OptimizationAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft ExcelPowerBIVendor Program DevelopmentProject ManagementCommunication Skills