Senior Assistant Director, Food Services Procurement

Montefiore Health System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Health System in the Bronx seeks an experienced Assistant Director, Food Services Purchasing to lead procurement operations for the Food & Nutrition Services Department. You will oversee purchasing activities, vendor relationships, inventory management, and cost-control initiatives to support patient care and retail food service.

The role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and a commitment to operational excellence within a complex healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Hospitality Management, Food Service Management, or a related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in directing and managing all food service purchasing functions for the department.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure quality, service, and competitive pricing.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement effective inventory control practices to minimize waste and shortages.
• Analyze purchasing trends, utilization data, and market conditions to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, contractual agreements, regulatory requirements, and food safety standards.
• Collaborate with Food & Nutrition leadership, Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to support departmental objectives.
• Oversee product sourcing, substitutions, and standardization initiatives.
• Participate in budget preparation and expenditure management.
• Prepare and present reports related to purchasing, inventory, and operational performance.
• Support staff development, workflow improvement, and process optimization initiatives.
• Assist with emergency procurement needs and operational contingency planning.

Skills

Procurement

Inventory management

Vendor contract administration

MS Office

Purchasing systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Montefiore Health System in the Bronx seeks an experienced Assistant Director, Food Services Purchasing to lead procurement operations for the Food & Nutrition Services Department. You will oversee purchasing activities, vendor relationships, inventory management, and cost-control initiatives to support patient care and retail food service.

The role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and a commitment to operational excellence within a complex healthcare environment.