Purchasing Manager

St. Joseph's Center; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Telehealth

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave after one year

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Center is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing and procurement across all programs and locations in Scranton, PA.

You’ll build strong vendor partnerships and bring structure and cost discipline to purchasing so the right supplies and tools arrive when needed, enabling teams to serve residents effectively. You’ll oversee requisitions, bids, pricing, and contract awards while ensuring internal controls and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in Business, Accounting, Supply Chain Management or related field preferred.
• Minimum of three years of purchasing, procurement or materials management experience, preferably in healthcare, long-term care or human services setting.
• Valid PA Driver's License.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Intermediate Excel skills preferred.
• Experience with Accounting, purchasing and/or inventory software.

Responsibilities

• Manage requisitions, purchase orders, and order tracking for supplies, equipment and services across all Center departments and locations.
• Request, evaluate and document bids and quotes, and recommend contract awards to the Director of Accounting and CFO.
• Negotiate pricing and purchasing agreements, maintain the approved vendor list and monitor how vendors perform.
• Develop and maintain purchasing procedures that support sound internal controls, funding source requirements and audit readiness.
• Oversee central supply inventory and supervise the Inventory Coordinator/Purchasing Clerk.
• Analyze spending and usage trends to find savings, reduce waste, prevent stock-outs and support budget planning.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Procurement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Tools

MS Office

Inventory software

Job description

St. Joseph's Center Main
Scranton, PA 18509, USA

Description

St. Joseph’s Center is looking for a Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing and procurement across all of our programs and locations. You’ll build strong vendor partnerships, bring structure and consistency to purchasing, and make every dollar go further. Your work behind the scenes has a direct effect on our residents. The right supplies, equipment and adaptive tools arrive when they’re needed, so our teams can stay focused on the people they serve.

Why You'll Love St. Joseph's Center

At St. Joseph’s Center, your work truly matters. Every role plays a part in supporting individuals to live with dignity, purpose, and opportunity. You’ll be part of a collaborative, respectful team that values compassion, accountability, and shared mission. We invest in our employees through ongoing training and professional development, fostering a culture of learning and growth. As a long-standing and trusted organization in our community, St. Joseph’s Center offers stability, support, and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day—both for the people we serve and the teams you lead.

What You'll Do

• Manage requisitions, purchase orders, and order tracking for supplies, equipment and services across all Center departments and locations
• Request, evaluate and document bids and quotes, and recommend contract awards to the Director of Accounting and CFO
• Negotiate pricing and purchasing agreements, maintain the approved vendor list and monitor how vendors perform
• Develop and maintain purchasing procedures that support sound internal controls, funding source requirements and audit readiness
• Oversee central supply inventory and supervise the Inventory Coordinator/Purchasing Clerk
• Analyze spending and usage trends to find savings, reduce waste, prevent stock-outs and support budget planning

What You’ll Get

• Compensation - Starting at $42,800 annually based on experience and responsibilities.
• Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, plus 24/7 no cost telehealth for you and your family.
• Security and Peace of Mind - Company paid short term disability and life insurance, along with a Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Balance That Matters - Paid time off and holidays so you can recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
• Growth & Future Planning - A 401(K) with company contribution and match, tuition reimbursement, and paid training to keep you moving forward. Paid Parental Leave available after one year of employment.
• Extra Perks - Employee referral bonuses, national and local discounts, and access to our Employee Assistance program for counseling, legal, financial, and family support resources.

Here, you'll find more than a job - you'll find a place that invests in your well-being, your growth and your future.

What’s Required of You

• High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's degree in Business, Accounting, Supply Chain Management or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of purchasing, procurement or materials management experience, preferably in a healthcare, long-term care or human services setting.
• Valid PA Driver's License.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Intermediate Excel skills preferred.
• Experience with Accounting, purchasing and/or inventory software.

Non-Discrimination Policy

St.Joseph’s Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race (to include hair type, hair texture, or hair style), color, religious creed (to include all aspects of religious observances and practice, as well as belief), disability, ancestry, national origin (including Limited English Proficiency), age , or sex (to include pregnancy status, childbirth status, breastfeeding status, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, and differences in sex).

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Associates or better.

Experience

Required

3 years:

Experience in purchasing, procurement or materials management experience, preferably in a healthcare, long-term care or human services setting.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.