Purchasing Assistant

Base pay range

$16.00/hr - $16.00/hr

Are you a diligent and proactive Purchasing Assistant located near Springfield, MO? Do you have strong verbal and written communication skills? Apply today to join a team where your growth, well-being, and success are our top priority!

• $15.50 per hour pay rate
• Full Time
• Contract
• Onsite in Springfield, MO

• Health, Dental, Vision insurance offered
• 401k options
• Work with a great team!

• High School Graduate/Equivalent
• 1+ year(s) of experience in purchasing and/or health care materials experience
• Attention to detail, the ability to follow through and a high level of customer service skill.
• Strong public relations and negotiation skills.
• Superb communication skills (written and verbal).
• Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt and implement change.
• Exhibits and inspires a positive attitude among team members and customers.
• Experience and comprehension of personal computer applications such as Microsoft Excel and Word

• Submits daily electronic catalog orders per schedule.
• Processes non-catalog POs within 24-48 hours.
• Clarifies orders with departments or vendors as needed.
• Utilizes Lawson, GHX, CMS, and vendor resources for sourcing.
• Promotes use of standard and contract items/vendors.
• Monitors EDI/Auto Fax transmissions and system performance.
• Issues verbal PO numbers for urgent needs.
• Builds and manages Standing, Blanket, and capital POs.
• Updates POs with delivery or product changes from vendor confirmations.
• Flags and resolves price discrepancies promptly.
• Resolves order issues and updates MIF as needed.
• Modifies, resubmits, or cancels POs to maintain accuracy.
• Expedites and follows up on open, partial, or unconfirmed orders.
• Communicates delays and substitutions to departments.
• Reviews and resolves invoice and pricing discrepancies.
• Assists Accounts Payable with problem invoices.
• Educates departments on software, requisitioning, and contracts.
• Suggests process and software improvements.
• Collaborates with staff to resolve workflow issues.
• Runs reports and addresses vendor issues daily.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Adheres to Code of Conduct and Mission/Values.

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$15.50/hr

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