Strategic Procurement Lead – Cost Savings & Sourcing

Brookdale; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k)

Employee discounts

Referral program

Early wage access for hourly employees

Educational benefits including tuition

Job summary

Brookdale is seeking a procurement professional to optimize spend across multiple categories, lead cost-saving projects, and manage vendor relationships. You will analyze data, negotiate terms, and ensure contracts meet service goals.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor’s degree in construction management or supply chain and 5–7 years of experience, with strong Excel/MS Office skills and professional certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Supply Chain plus 5–7 years of related experience.
• ISM membership, CPM and CPIM preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Word for analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cost savings projects across HR, Finance, Tax, Audit, and Risk.
• Analyze spend data and recommend strategic pricing plans.
• Develop and maintain purchasing policies and procedures.
• Evaluate contractors and vendors for quality and cost.
• Monitor market conditions and prepare analysis reports.
• Coordinate with national vendors to optimize shipping points and costs.
• Track contract expirations and renewals; negotiate national and local agreements.
• Lead strategic sourcing RFPs and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Word

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Supply Chain degree

Job description

Brookdale is seeking a procurement professional to optimize spend across multiple categories, lead cost-saving projects, and manage vendor relationships. You will analyze data, negotiate terms, and ensure contracts meet service goals.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor’s degree in construction management or supply chain and 5–7 years of experience, with strong Excel/MS Office skills and professional certifications preferred.