Buyer

Illinois Bone and Joint Institute LLC•Park Ridge, IL

25d•$60,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Buyer is the key focal point for pricing and contract management of supplies throughout IBJI. Position is responsible for purchases made to stock at all IBJI sites, as well as adding new items, changing existing items, finding appropriate substitutes, setting contract pricing, working with distributors on all back orders and follow up. This position will also follow up on delivery issues, mis-shipments, correct receipt of items, and resolving invoice problems to allow timely payment of invoices.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 2-3 years experience in a Purchasing environment
Experience with computer software (spreadsheets, database, graphics, word-processing)
Working knowledge of distribution, inventory control and purchasing systems
Excellent communication and customer relations skills
Excellent organization skills
Ability to do medium lifting according to DOL guidelines
Ability to perform job functions at multiple sites
Ability to sit for up to 8 hours

Responsibilities

Issues purchase orders for needed supplies
Review vendor stock-outs, expedites the purchase of additional supplies from alternative vendors
Identifies possible substitute items
Identifies items to be changed, added, or deleted from inventory
Processes department requests to add, delete and change items
Maintains database in computerized inventory control system. Makes changes to reflect current items in use
Maintains appropriate records and files such as items purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories; compiles data for internal reports
Work with shipping companies to resolve missed shipments
Communicate and discuss issues with other departments in the organization in a timely manner
Ensure all products received are correct and on time to meet operational needs
Assist with the addition of new products, evaluate usage, add contract pricing, and work with the Purchasing Manager and AP to set up vendors. Coordinates implementation / standardization process as appropriate
Establish ordering and delivery schedules with each vendor
Communicate supply requests with vendors via computer system, phone and/or fax requisition
Verify pricing
Monitor, communicate and follow-up on product problems and discrepancies to the vendor representative
Checks all invoices to ensure correct price, follows-through to ensure that materials ordered have been received. Resolve invoice problems that relate to storeroom inventory
Works with AP and Vendor to resolve pricing discrepancies
Works with the vendors to obtain credit and/or product exchange for any items nearing expiration
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Other duties as assigned.