Buyer I - Supply Chain

UAB St. Vincent's•Birmingham, AL

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is for a Buyer I within the Supply Chain Department at UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham. The role involves performing purchasing functions and other activities related to the procurement of goods and services for any UAB Health System entity, as well as participating in contracting and value analysis processes. The Buyer I will interact with vendors and departments to ensure adherence to policies and procedures and to meet or exceed service levels. UAB St. Vincent’s, part of UAB Medicine, has served Alabama for over 125 years, operating five hospitals and numerous clinics. It is a healthcare community focused on compassion, service, and respect, guided by the St. Vincent’s legacy. The organization is committed to personalized care for patients and their families, fostering teamwork among its more than 4,800 employees. Recognized as one of Alabama’s best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, its mission is to improve the health and lives of those it serves.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Management or Procurement required Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Nice To Haves

Buyer experience

Responsibilities

Reviews, processes, and/or approves requisitions and payment requests to ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory laws.
Ensure all orders are processed and acknowledged by the vendor utilizing system tools and other resources. (Identify and resolve any issues with order placement or confirmation.)
Communicates with the appropriate party(s) and/or resolve issues related to pricing discrepancies, back orders, and product discontinuations.
Verifies order delivery, utilizing system tools and other resources. (Coordinate with the end user and MM Department.)
Coordinates with the AP Department to resolve any issues such as vendor matches, duplicate shipments, etc.
Functions as Customer Service Representative (end user requests/answering the telephone/responding to emails/etc.)
Utilizes problem solving skills and suggests process improvements and operational efficiencies to increase departmental productivity.
Performs other duties as assigned.