Buyer - Supply Chain Services

Job Description

The Supply Chain Services Buyer reports to the Assistant Director, Supply Chain. This role coordinates and expedites the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies for designated departments throughout the hospital supply chain according to production delivery schedules and department priorities. The position reviews and communicates with departments regarding product concerns and problem solving such as covering product substitution needs and expediting orders and deliveries.

Responsibilities include creating purchase orders, placing orders, tracking, and reviewing inventory on a daily basis; gauging the number of materials needed to complete order requests by applying knowledge of the product, manufacturing, and vendor delivery processes; working closely with management on vendor negotiations; compiling and maintaining manual and computerized records including vendor information, packing slips, in‑process reports, status of items, recalls, and usage;

moving and transporting items/materials between departments; examining delivered material for package/material integrity and specifications; coordinating product returns and recalls; reconciling invoices and purchase order discrepancies with finance; ensuring approval for Capital Equipment Requests (CERF) with proper pricing validations; and managing all other tasks as assigned.

• 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), 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) three years of supply chain or business office experience; or
• Associate degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university plus (5) five years of supply chain or business office experience; or
• High school diploma or equivalent plus (7) seven years of supply chain or business office experience.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Regular

$33.50 to $44.82

The hours employees work determine when a shift differential is paid.

Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $2.56
Hourly Night Shift Differential: $3.83