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Purchasing Manager
Father Flanagan's Boys' Home —Omaha, NE
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Hospital
- ERP systems
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Director of Procurement
WoodmenLife —Omaha, NE
- $110,000 - $170,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- ERP systems
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Procurement Manager
Ash Grove Cement —Omaha, NE
- Customer service
- Engineering
- English
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Director Procurement Services
Father Flanagan's Boys' Home —Omaha, NE
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Office
- Finance
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Supply Chain and Warehouse Manager
TFL INC —Omaha, NE
- Mid-level
- Warehouse
- Grocery store experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
IT Procurement Manager
Father Flanagan's Boys' Home —Omaha, NE
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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Strategic Sourcing Manager
PetIQ —Omaha, NE
- Oracle
- Up to 50% travel
- 5 years
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Director, Procurement Finance COE
Conagra Brands —Omaha, NE
- $135,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CPA
- System design
- Office
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
Sr IT Manager, Procurement Transformation
Client Resources, Inc. —La Vista, NE
- Overtime
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
Material Planning Manager
Conagra Brands —Council Bluffs, IA
- $82,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Ability to climb stairs
- Analysis skills
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance

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Purchasing Manager

Father Flanagan's Boys' Home -
Omaha, NE

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Contract review
Contract management experience in healthcare
Data-driven problem-solving
Vendor contract management
Project contract management

Full Job Description

Boys Town is seeking an experienced and service-oriented Purchasing Manager to lead the day-to-day procurement operations that support our mission-driven healthcare and youth care programs. This position is responsible for ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of goods and services while driving operational efficiency, vendor performance, and inventory optimization across the organization. As the Purchasing Manager, you will oversee purchasing activities, lead supplier negotiations, manage procurement processes and technologies, and partner with internal stakeholders to ensure organizational needs are met. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership, analytical, and relationship-management skills who is committed to responsible financial stewardship.

Position is on site.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

Oversees purchasing for both the hospital and social service divisions, ensuring the team’s skills and expertise are effectively utilized to support the organization as a whole.

Develops and implements purchasing strategies to support operational and financial objectives.
Maintains a centralized purchasing model with strong internal controls.
Oversees day-to-day purchasing activities, ensuring timely procurement of goods and services.
Implements and optimizes procurement technologies (ERP, e‑procurement tools, vendor portals).
Sources, evaluates, and selects suppliers based on quality, cost, and service.
Negotiates pricing, terms, and service agreements to maximize value.
Builds and maintains strong vendor relationships while monitoring vendor performance.
Partners with the contract management team to align purchasing decisions with contractual requirements.
Acts as a resource for the acquisition of capital equipment and ensures appropriate approval processes are followed.
Identifies material resource savings through analysis of supply utilization practices, delivery systems and contract compliance.
Collaborates with Finance, Accounts Payable, and department leaders to ensure alignment on budgets and purchasing plans.
Tracks and reports key purchasing metrics, budget impacts, and cost‑avoidance achievements.
Oversees the inventory function to ensure optimal inventory levels are maintained to meet operational demands.
Analyzes inventory data to identify trends, shortages, excess stock, and obsolescence.
Oversees inventory management systems and ensures data accuracy.
Oversees receiving, storage, and distribution processes.
Establishes reorder points and safety stock levels.
Leads and trains inventory staff.
Develops, documents, and refines procurement and inventory policies and procedures.
Ensures compliance with legal, finance, audit, and regulatory standards.
Leads process‑improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, transparency, and customer service.
Supervises, mentors, and evaluates purchasing and inventory staff.
Provides training and support to business partners across the organization to ensure adherence to procurement policies and procedures.
Fosters a collaborative, service-oriented culture across procurement functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of procurement best practices, competitive bidding, inventory management, and contract terms.
Strong negotiation and vendor‑management skills.
Proficiency with ERP systems and procurement software.
Excellent critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels in the organization and with external business contacts in an articulate, professional manner.
Ability to work independently in a collaborative environment, while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.
Commitment to ethical purchasing and financial stewardship.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Minimum of 7 years of procurement, sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor management, or related experience required.
Experience in reviewing and developing contractual agreements with suppliers required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in business administration (MBA), supply chain management, or related field preferred.
Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role preferred.
Experience in a complex, multi-department organization and/or healthcare preferred.

Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.
Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks. Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and a general workstation set-up.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.

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MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

Oversees purchasing for both the hospital and social service divisions, ensuring the team’s skills and expertise are effectively utilized to support the organization as a whole.

Develops and implements purchasing strategies to support operational and financial objectives.

Maintains a centralized purchasing model with strong internal controls.

Oversees day-to-day purchasing activities, ensuring timely procurement of goods and services.

Implements and optimizes procurement technologies (ERP, e‑procurement tools, vendor portals).

Sources, evaluates, and selects suppliers based on quality, cost, and service.

Negotiates pricing, terms, and service agreements to maximize value.

Builds and maintains strong vendor relationships while monitoring vendor performance.

Partners with the contract management team to align purchasing decisions with contractual requirements.

Acts as a resource for the acquisition of capital equipment and ensures appropriate approval processes are followed.

Identifies material resource savings through analysis of supply utilization practices, delivery systems and contract compliance.

Collaborates with Finance, Accounts Payable, and department leaders to ensure alignment on budgets and purchasing plans.

Tracks and reports key purchasing metrics, budget impacts, and cost‑avoidance achievements.

Oversees the inventory function to ensure optimal inventory levels are maintained to meet operational demands.

Analyzes inventory data to identify trends, shortages, excess stock, and obsolescence.

Oversees inventory management systems and ensures data accuracy.

Oversees receiving, storage, and distribution processes.

Establishes reorder points and safety stock levels.

Leads and trains inventory staff.

Develops, documents, and refines procurement and inventory policies and procedures.

Ensures compliance with legal, finance, audit, and regulatory standards.

Leads process‑improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, transparency, and customer service.

Supervises, mentors, and evaluates purchasing and inventory staff.

Provides training and support to business partners across the organization to ensure adherence to procurement policies and procedures.

Fosters a collaborative, service-oriented culture across procurement functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of procurement best practices, competitive bidding, inventory management, and contract terms.

Strong negotiation and vendor‑management skills.

Proficiency with ERP systems and procurement software.

Excellent critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels in the organization and with external business contacts in an articulate, professional manner.

Ability to work independently in a collaborative environment, while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.

Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.

Commitment to ethical purchasing and financial stewardship.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Minimum of 7 years of procurement, sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor management, or related experience required.

Experience in reviewing and developing contractual agreements with suppliers required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in business administration (MBA), supply chain management, or related field preferred.

Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role preferred.

Experience in a complex, multi-department organization and/or healthcare preferred.

Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.

Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks. Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and a general workstation set-up.