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How much do group purchasing manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for group purchasing manager in Fishers, IN is $78,813.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,800.00 and $93,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a group purchasing manager do?

A Group Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement process for a group or consortium, often representing multiple organizations or departments. Their main role is to negotiate contracts, secure favorable pricing, and manage supplier relationships to maximize cost savings and efficiency for the group. They analyze market trends, evaluate suppliers, and ensure compliance with purchasing policies. Effective communication and negotiation skills are crucial in this role, as is the ability to balance quality and cost. Group Purchasing Managers often work in industries such as healthcare, hospitality, or manufacturing.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a group purchasing manager?

To excel as a Group Purchasing Manager, you need strong negotiation, analytical, and financial management skills, often supported by a degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with procurement software (such as SAP or Oracle), contract management systems, and relevant certifications like CPSM or CIPS is highly valuable. Leadership, relationship-building, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing teams and supplier partnerships. These competencies are essential to optimize cost savings, ensure supplier reliability, and drive strategic sourcing initiatives within organizations.

How does a group purchasing manager typically collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure cost savings and supplier compliance?

A Group Purchasing Manager regularly works with various departments such as finance, operations, and procurement teams to align purchasing strategies with organizational goals. This involves organizing cross-functional meetings to understand departmental needs, negotiating with suppliers based on consolidated requirements, and ensuring adherence to procurement policies. Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders helps identify opportunities for bulk purchasing, streamline processes, and maintain supplier compliance. Open communication and regular reporting are key to achieving cost savings and effective supplier management.
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Infographic showing various Group Purchasing Manager job openings in Fishers, IN as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $78,813 per year, or $37.9 per hour.

Buyer/Planner - Supply Chain/Purchasing/Contracting

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

HHC
Software Development • 1 - 10 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage the procurement of medical supplies, equipment, and purchase services for clinical, operational, and administrative departments.

  • Execute requisitions, purchase orders, and manage the procure to pay cycle, including contract compliance, receipt confirmation, and invoice payment.

  • Collaborate with staff to understand procurement needs and analyze procurement metrics for continuous improvement.

Job description

Division:Eskenazi Health  

Sub-Division: Hospital  

Req ID:  26431 

Schedule: Full Time 

Shift: Days 

Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 333-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus including at a network of Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.

FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Role Summary

The Buyer Planner is responsible for managing the procurement and planning of medical supplies, equipment, and purchase services for supply chain procurement operations at Eskenazi Health. This role involves developing procurement plans, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods. The Buyer Planner will work closely with clinical, operational and administrative staff to ensure that procurement activities align with the organizational standards and regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Proactively contributes to Eskenazi Health Mission: Advocate, Care, Teach and Serve with special emphasis on the vulnerable population of Marion County.
  • Oversees the procurement of medical supplies, equipment and purchase services for clinical, operational and administrative departments.
  • Manage the procure to pay cycle which includes contract management compliance, purchase order execution, receipt confirmation and invoice payment.
  • Execute requisitions, purchase orders, bill-only, consignments, capital, purchase service and special item requests.
  • Confirm preferred suppliers through approved group purchasing organization or local contract portfolio.
  • Use of enterprise resource planning, online catalog and point of use solutions.
  • Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to understand procurement needs.
  • Analyze and report procurement metrics to identify continuous improvement.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, FDA standards and product recall management notifications.
  • Establish communication forum and updates regarding open purchase orders, back orders, stock outs, credit holds and supplier disruptions.
  • Participate in quality improvement projects related to procurement, supply chain operations and finance.
Job Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Healthcare Administration, or a related field. 
  • 3-5 years supply chain, manufacture or warehouse experience accepted in lieu of bachelor's degree. 


 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Understanding of procurement and supply chain principles.
  • Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
  • Capable of utilizing standard supply chain equipment or resources specific to laptop, scanners, printers, technology and telecom systems.
  • Preferred experience in procure to pay processes, contract compliance, SAP Ariba, SAP Fiori, Emergency Care Research Institute (ECRI), Vizient Group Purchasing Organization, Distribution Services, Global Health Exchange, Trackcore and Power BI.

Accredited by The Joint Commission and named as one of Indiana's best employers by Forbes magazine for two consecutive years and the top hospital in the state for community benefit by the Lown Institute, Eskenazi Health's programs have received national recognition while also offering new health care opportunities to the local community. As the sponsoring hospital for Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services, the city's primary EMS provider, Eskenazi Health is also home to the first adult Level I trauma center in Indiana, the first verified adult burn center in Indiana and Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center, the first community mental health center in Indiana, just to name a few.

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Industry

Software development

Company size

1 - 10 Employees

Headquarters location

Fairfax, VA, US

Year founded

2001

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