Central Procurement Specialist

Marana Health is seeking a Central Procurement Specialist to join the Finance team at the Marana Main Health Center, located in the heart of Marana, AZ.

The Central Procurement Specialist is responsible for coordinating the procurement of medical, office, and facility supplies and services to support the daily operations of the health center. This role ensures that purchasing activities align with budgetary constraints, grant compliance, and vendor management policies, supporting the health center’s mission to provide quality care to underserved communities.

Marana Health is a Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC), with 11 sites in Tucson and Pima County. Our mission is to improve our community by providing exceptional, whole-person healthcare.

The following qualifications are required:

• Associate's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Health, or related field.
• 3 or more years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in healthcare or non-profit settings.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card through Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS)

The following qualifications are preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Health, or related field.
• Experience with 340B program, medical purchasing, or community health center operations.
• Familiarity with non-profit grant compliance or federal procurement guidelines.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other languages) is a plus.

Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered if applicable and must be directly related to the functions and body of knowledge required to successfully perform the job.

This position has the following supervisory responsibility:

Does not direct or supervise others .

The ideal candidate will also possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Knowledge of procurement best practices and vendor management.
• Experience with purchasing software, ERP systems, or inventory management tools.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and communicate effectively.
• Commitment to the mission of community health and health equity.
• Experience with 340B program, medical purchasing, or community health center operations.
• Familiarity with non-profit grant compliance or federal procurement guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the purchasing process for medical, dental, office, and operational supplies across multiple clinic locations.
• Source and maintain relationships with vendors that support cost-effective, quality, and timely service.
• Ensure all purchases are in compliance with organizational policies, federal and state regulations, and grant requirements (e.g., HRSA, 340B).
• Collaborate with department managers to forecast supply needs and place timely orders.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation for audits and reporting purposes.
• Monitor vendor performance and resolve issues related to pricing, delivery, or quality.
• Assist in annual budget planning by providing accurate cost projections.
• Track and maintain inventory levels and coordinate with warehouse or supply rooms.
• Support sustainability and equitable procurement practices aligned with the organization’s values

Benefits:

Marana Health’s vision is to be the premier provider and employer in community health. To support our mission and vision in our community, Marana Health believes health and well-being must start at home. Therefore, employees have many opportunities to care for our own health and wellness with benefits such as:

Medical, Dental, and Vision

403(b) with employer contribution

Short-term disability and other benefits

Paid time off including 11 holidays plus vacation and sick leave accrual

Paid bereavement, jury duty, and community service time

Education reimbursement ($3,000 per year for full-time)

Marana Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and pregnancy-related conditions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or to participate in the interview process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), please contact our Human Resources Department at ....

Marana Health will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, all personnel actions such as compensation, promotion, demotion, benefits, transfers, staff reductions, terminations, reinstatement and rehire, company-sponsored training, education and tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will be administered in accordance with the principles of equal employment opportunity.