Joining the Benchmark Senior Living team means putting your passion to work. Associates thrive in a supportive, diverse, and skilled team that is committed to caring and dedicated service. With specialized training and educational programs, we empower you to explore your interests and growth opportunities.

We invite you to connect with your calling, find purpose in your career, and gain lifelong relationships through the power of human connection by transforming the lives of seniors! 

The Director of Procurement is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing and optimizing the procurement processes across all communities and corporate functions. This role ensures cost-effective purchasing, supplier management, and alignment with organizational goals to drive value, quality, and efficiency. The Director will develop strategies that support the unique needs of senior living, including resident care, dining services, maintenance, technology, and operations. This position is based in Waltham and is a hybrid role, working 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. Position reports to the SVP of Asset Management. 

Principal Duties/Responsibilities:

Strategic Procurement Leadership

• Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy to meet organizational and community-specific needs.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards.
• Collaborate with leadership to align procurement plans with operational and financial goals.
• Drive standardization of products, services, and suppliers across the portfolio of communities.

Supplier and Contract Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, ensuring compliance, performance, and competitive pricing.
• Negotiate supplier agreements, contracts, and terms to achieve maximum value.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues related to quality, service, or delivery.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulations.

Operational Efficiency and Process Improvement

• Oversee procurement processes, including sourcing, purchasing, and inventory management.
• Implement technology and systems to streamline procurement activities and enhance reporting capabilities.
• Ensure timely procurement of goods and services to support community operations without interruption.
• Develop metrics and KPIs to track procurement performance and identify areas for improvement.

Budget and Cost Management

• Collaborate with finance team to create and manage procurement budgets.
• Analyze purchasing data to identify trends, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
• Develop long-term plans for cost savings and resource optimization.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• 7+ years of procurement experience, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or multi-site organizations is preferred.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, and analytics tools.
• Exceptional communication and leadership abilities.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on cost-efficiency, quality, and process improvement.

• Leadership and relationship-building.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen.
• Effective negotiation and influencing skills.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, multi-location environment.

As a Home Office associate at Benchmark, you will have immediate access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: 

• 10 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday 
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off 
• Tuition Reimbursement  
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs 
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield 
• 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match 
• Long Term Care Insurance 
• Company-provided Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability