Procurement Specialist​/Buyer

Overview

Procurement Specialist/Buyer role at Trinity Health. Fantastic opportunity to join a leading Health Care Supply Chain organization at the ground level with competitive benefits and the flexibility of a hybrid work at home environment.

• Process purchase orders for a variety of goods and services requested by supported locations of the combined Procurement and Accounts Payable Shared Services department.
• Handle purchase order and invoice transactions using automated systems and/or outsourced suppliers; focus on discrepant orders/invoices and urgent supply and payment situations.
• Organize and prioritize work assignments to place and resolve issues with orders or invoices using a variety of automated and manual methods for a large number of suppliers.
• Utilize an automated Supply Chain Information System to perform transactions; participate in root cause analysis and communicate issues or solutions to leadership or key Supply Chain members.
• Handle confidential records and maintain confidentiality within the Supply Chain Management department; serve as a resource on policies, procedures, rules, regulations and customer standards.
• Provide support to Accounting and colleagues regarding accounting information and requests (e.g., managing cash flow, escheats).
• Respond to inquiries from vendors and colleagues regarding accounting matters, policies and procedures; maintain good rapport and constructive conflict resolution.
• Maintain knowledge of Accounts Payable, Procurement, and Supply Chain policies and procedures; determine when a purchase order is not required per policy.
• Identify invoice and purchase order discrepancies, propose solutions, and participate in department meetings to resolve issues; follow up on outstanding discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Run ad hoc reports and monitor department performance against service level agreements.

• High School Diploma and 2 years of related experience in supply chain, business, or customer service; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• College coursework or an Associate's degree in accounting, supply chain/logistics management or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of general bookkeeping, accounting principles, regulatory standards and compliance requirements; mathematical and computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required;
  Microsoft Word and web-based applications are desirable.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others with moderate supervision; capable of functioning in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to establish and maintain productive relationships across a large, geographically dispersed organization.
• Attention to detail and accurate data entry; ability to handle voluminous work assignments routinely.
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and caring; aligns with Trinity Health mission, values and policies.

Must adapt to frequently changing work priorities; travel to Trinity Health sites (