Buyer - Supply Chain Services

Montage Health•El Monte, CA

13d•$34 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

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. This position reviews and communicates with department’s any and all related information that assists with product concerns and problem solving such as covering product substitution needs and expediting orders and deliveries. This position is responsible for creating purchase orders, placing orders, tracking, and reviewing inventory on a daily basis according to department priorities and product availability. Gauges number of materials needed to complete order requests by applying knowledge of the product, manufacturing, and vendor delivery processes. Works closely with management in preparing for vendor negotiations on products and pricing. Compiles and maintains manual and computerized records such as vendor information, packing slip, in-process reports, status of items, recalls, usage, etc. Moves and transports items/materials from one department to another. Examines material delivered, verifying package/material integrity and specifications. Coordinates product return/s and or recall/s. Works closely with finance on invoice reconciliation and purchase order discrepancies. Ensures approval for Capital Equipment Requests (CERF) is received with all proper pricing validations to complete purchase order and deliveries. Manages all other tasks as assigned, the Buyer is a resource of Supply Chain Services.

Requirements

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.
Advanced user experience with Workday.
Development capabilities of business performance metrics.
Analytic skills with familiarity in healthcare applications such as, but not limited to: GHX, ECRI, Vizient tools (Catalog, VSA, DataLynx, 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 skills.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently under pressure and react quickly to changing priorities.
Meticulous attention to detail and the understanding of accounting procedures.
Strong contract negotiation strategies and techniques.
Intermediate knowledge in the implementation of policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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.
Reviews and communicates with departments regarding product concerns and problem-solving, including product substitution needs and expediting orders and deliveries.
Creates purchase orders, places orders, tracks, and reviews inventory on a daily basis according to department priorities and product availability.
Gauges the number of materials needed to complete order requests by applying knowledge of the product, manufacturing, and vendor delivery processes.
Works closely with management in preparing for vendor negotiations on products and pricing.
Compiles and maintains manual and computerized records such as vendor information, packing slips, in-process reports, status of items, recalls, and usage.
Moves and transports items/materials from one department to another.
Examines material delivered, verifying package/material integrity and specifications.
Coordinates product returns and/or recalls.
Works closely with finance on invoice reconciliation and purchase order discrepancies.
Ensures approval for Capital Equipment Requests (CERF) is received with all proper pricing validations to complete purchase orders and deliveries.
Manages all other tasks as assigned.