Centralus Health

Buyer, Supply Chain Strategic Sourcing and Contracting

Job Title: Buyer

Department: Supply Chain Operations

Reports To: Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager

Summary: The Buyer is responsible for purchasing medical and non-medical supplies, equipment and purchased services to support hospital operations. Performs a variety of duties including inventory management, sourcing, invoice/purchase order discrepancies, contract price review and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Processes daily procurement requests from the initial stage at the requisition level through completion of the purchase order process.
• Uploads order confirmation into purchasing system in timely manner.
• Communicates backorder status to stakeholders and works with supplier to identify potential substitute products.
• Ensures the cost-effective procurement and timely receipt of supplies, services and equipment.
• Researchs and assists reconciles purchases, receipt issues, payment challenges, billing errors and disputes.
• Actively monitors purchase order status reports to ensure timely receipt of goods and communication of delays in order processing.
• Effectively create and maintain quality relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure satisfaction.
• Supports product standardization opportunities and contract compliance.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Professional Skills:

• Strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications and experience with purchasing software
• Ability to work independently
• Adherence to confidentiality and ethical standards
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams

Education and Experience:

• Associates degree or two years' experience, Workday ERP experience is a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Computer use, phone use, sitting, standing, walking, may require lifting and carrying light loads.