Buyer - Supply Chain Services

Job Summary

Supply Chain Services Buyer reports to the Assistant Director, Supply Chain.

• Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies for designated departments throughout the hospital supply chain according to production delivery schedules and department priorities.
• Review and communicate with departments regarding product concerns and problem solving, including covering product substitution needs and expediting orders and deliveries.
• Create purchase orders, place orders, track, and review inventory daily based on department priorities and product availability.
• Gauge the number of materials needed to complete order requests by applying knowledge of product, manufacturing, and vendor delivery processes.
• Work closely with management to prepare for vendor negotiations on products and pricing.
• Compile and maintain manual and computerized records, such as vendor information, packing slips, in‑process reports, status of items, recalls, and usage.
• Move and transport items/materials from one department to another.
• Examine delivered materials, verifying package/material integrity and specifications.
• Coordinate product returns and/or recalls.
• Work closely with finance on invoice reconciliation and purchase order discrepancies.
• Ensure approval for Capital Equipment Requests (CERF) is received with all proper pricing validations to complete purchase orders and deliveries.
• Manage all additional tasks as assigned, serving as a resource for Supply Chain Services.

• Advanced user experience with Workday.
• Development capabilities of business performance metrics.
• Analytic skills with familiarity in healthcare applications such as GHX, ECRI, Vizient tools (Catalog, VSA, Data Lynx, Aptitude), and Symplr Spend.
• Computer application skills with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new systems and processes in a timely manner.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with a high level of integrity, leadership, and teamwork.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently under pressure and react quickly to changing priorities.
• Meticulous attention to detail and understanding of accounting procedures.
• Strong contract negotiation strategies and techniques.
• Intermediate knowledge in the implementation of policies and procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university plus 3 years of supply chain or business office experience.
• Associate degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university plus 5 years of supply chain or business office experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent plus 7 years of supply chain or business office experience.

• Lean Six Sigma and 6S Standards Training and Certifications preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer #LI-CF1

Primarily M-F 7:00AM–3:30PM. Holidays included as coverage is needed.

Position Type:
Regular. Pay Range (based on years of applicable experience): $33.50 to $44.82. Shift differentials:
Hourly Evening Shift Differential $2.56, Hourly Night Shift Differential $3.83.