Procurement Manager - Benevis

Procurement Manager

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, company holidays and much more! 
• Continuing education reimbursement

Work for a company that is truly making the world a happier place, one smile at a time! At Benevis, we create over a million smiles a year in the communities we serve and believe that every person deserves access to quality, affordable dental care. This mission drives everything we do. With over 3000 employees in offices across the country from clinical to support staff - we are united in our mission to create happy, healthy smiles through providing high quality dental care in a fun, compassionate environment. Are you ready to join us in creating our next million smiles? We have JUST the opportunity for you.

We are actively seeking a Procurement Manager  to join our growing team! Partner with the Procurement Director in overseeing and optimizing procurement processes across our organization. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of supplies, equipment, and services to our dental practices while supporting the overall efficiency and success of the procurement department. 

• Support Procurement Strategy Development:Collaborate with the Director of Procurement to design and implement strategies and processes that align with organizational goals and enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Assist in Vendor and Contract Management:Work alongside the Director and internal business partners to build and maintain vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Inventory Management and Supply Chain Oversight:Partner with the procurement team to monitor inventory levels, streamline supply chain processes, and prevent shortages or overstocking.
• Cost Analysis and Optimization:Conduct data analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and provide recommendations to the Director of Procurement.
• Compliance Monitoring:Ensure that all procurement activities align with organizational policies and industry regulations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:Serve as a liaison between procurement and other departments, including operations, finance, and clinical teams (among others), to address the unique needs of each practice.
• Presentation and Reporting Assistance:Help prepare professional presentations and detailed reports for leadership, communicating procurement updates, performance metrics, and improvement initiatives.
• Project and Process Support:Assist in managing procurement-related projects and initiatives, contributing to process improvement and technology implementation efforts.

Secondary Functions and Responsibilities:

• Team Support and Development: Provide guidance to procurement staff as needed, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Assist as needed in projects within Support Services.

• Education/Experience:
  • High school diploma or equivalent (bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field is a plus).
  • A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field, preferably in the dental or healthcare industry.
• Skills and Attributes:
  • Proven ability to assist in managing projects and balancing competing priorities.
  • Strong understanding of vendor management, contract negotiation, and inventory oversight.
  • Comfortable delivering presentations and assisting in public speaking engagements.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Team-oriented with demonstrated experience in supporting leadership and contributing to team success.
  • Analytical mindset with strong business acumen

Physical Requirements:

The nature of work requires the ability to:

• Effectively communicate and exchange information with staff, supervisors, and other internal clients
• Operate a computer, keyboard, and standard office equipment.
• Occasional travel when needed.

Work performed in a non-clinical office environment.  Requires availability for extended hours during peak periods.  Hours may change to meet the business needs.

We value teamwork, mutual respect, and cooperation. We do not practice unlawful discrimination, including harassment, or tolerate it in our workplace. What do we mean by discrimination? We mean that we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.