Director of Facilities and Procurement
EASTERN DENTAL · EDISON - EDISON, NJ 08837
About Eastern Dental:
For 50+ years, Eastern Dental has been the go-to for families across every generation. Our team of dentists and specialists bring serious skill and genuine care to every patient, from toddlers to grandparents. If you're someone who actually cares about making people smile (literally), let's talk!
The Role:
We're seeking an experienced operations executive to lead facilities management and procurement strategy across all Eastern Dental locations. As Director of Facilities and Procurement, you'll ensure our practices are well-maintained, manage vendor relationships, optimize our supply chain, and drive cost savings through strategic procurement. You'll build the infrastructure and vendor partnerships that allow our clinical teams to focus on patient care without worrying about facilities or supplies.
What You'll Do:
- Oversee facilities management and maintenance for 20+ dental practice locations
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime
- Manage relationships with facility vendors (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, janitorial, etc.)
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements across all facilities
- Lead procurement strategy for dental equipment, supplies, and office materials
- Negotiate vendor contracts and pricing to optimize cost and value
- Manage vendor relationships with dental labs, suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and distributors
- Develop and optimize supply chain operations to ensure practices are properly stocked
- Implement inventory management systems and processes
- Oversee equipment purchasing, installation, and lifecycle management
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through standardization and volume purchasing
- Find opportunities and lead projects to automate processes in these areas
- Use AI to improve our management of and insight into our spend in these areas.
- Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers and manufacturers
- Track and report on facilities and procurement metrics (spend, savings, vendor performance)
- Lead emergency response for urgent facilities or equipment issues
What You Need:
- 10+ years of experience in facilities management, procurement, or supply chain operations
- Experience managing facilities and procurement across multi-site organizations
- Strong vendor negotiation and relationship management skills
- Knowledge of healthcare or dental facility requirements preferred
- Proven track record of driving cost savings through strategic procurement
- Understanding of equipment and supply chain management
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Experience managing budgets and tracking financial metrics
- Experience in managing a team and driving performance
- Ability to balance cost optimization with quality and service standards
Eastern Dental is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.