Manager Facilities and Procurement
BirdiWhy Birdi? At Birdi, operational excellence extends beyond pharmacy services. Our facilities, infrastructure, equipment, security, and supplier partnerships create the foundation that allows our teams to deliver exceptional service to patients every day. We're looking for a hands-on leader who can balance facilities management, vendor oversight, strategic sourcing, procurement, and team leadership while helping support Birdi's continued growth. If you enjoy solving complex operational challenges, managing projects, negotiating supplier relationships, and leading teams, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact. About the Role The Manager, Facilities & Procurement is responsible for overseeing facilities operations, building maintenance, security, procurement, vendor management, and strategic sourcing activities across the organization. This position ensures Birdi's facilities remain safe, compliant, efficient, and operational while also driving procurement strategies that maximize value, improve supplier performance, and support organizational growth. The Manager serves as a key business partner across multiple departments, helping ensure facility infrastructure, supplier relationships, maintenance programs, and purchasing decisions align with business needs and company objectives. What You'll Do Facilities Operations & Maintenance Manage building maintenance and facility operations to ensure safe, secure, and well-maintained environments. Oversee preventative maintenance programs and establish maintenance standards and procedures. Develop and implement facility improvement initiatives. Maintain compliance with applicable safety regulations, including: OSHA NFPA 70 NFPA 70E Coordinate building inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities. Respond to facility emergencies and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Manage company vehicle maintenance and operational readiness. Construction, Expansion & Renovation Projects Lead facility construction, expansion, renovation, and relocation projects. Coordinate project execution with contractors, vendors, landlords, and internal stakeholders. Assist with facility modifications required to support organizational growth. Organize equipment, furniture, and workspace moves as needed. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to company standards. Security & Emergency Preparedness Manage facility security programs and access-control systems. Coordinate security vendor relationships and monitor service performance. Maintain building access controls, badge systems, and related infrastructure. Serve as the primary liaison with law enforcement and emergency responders when necessary. Develop, implement, and maintain Emergency Preparedness Action Plans. Manage emergency backup systems and ensure routine testing and maintenance are completed. Building Systems Management Oversee maintenance and repair of: HVAC systems Electrical systems Plumbing systems Boilers and water heaters Backup power systems Access-control systems General facility infrastructure Coordinate service providers and contractors to ensure system reliability. Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for upgrades and improvements. Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Lead procurement and sourcing activities across the organization. Develop sourcing strategies that optimize costs, quality, service levels, and supplier performance. Analyze organizational spending and provide recommendations to leadership. Identify cost-saving opportunities and value-generation initiatives. Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supplier agreements. Evaluate suppliers based on: Cost Quality Service Availability Reliability Drive vendor consolidation initiatives where appropriate. Vendor & Contract Management Establish and maintain strategic supplier relationships. Manage contract life cycle activities in partnership with Legal and Operations. Review and approve maintenance agreemen…