Buyer - Supply Chain Management - Full Time - Temporary

SolutionHealth • Manchester, NH

36d

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Purchasing Manager and the general supervision of the Director of Materials Management, the Buyer coordinates the cost-effective acquisition of products and/or services in accordance with policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Researches and evaluates products and/or services according to quality price and serviceability standards.
• Contacts vendors and personnel to ensure actions are satisfactory.
• Prepares and prices department requisitions for assigned departments and analyzes acquisitions.
• Initiates repair calls for equipment not under service contract and coordinates rental.
• Maintains automated Materials Management System inventory and item files, also enters pricing and updates information into computer files.
• Expedites purchase orders and coordinates delivery of goods between vendor and end user.
• Is the primary contact for special products and equipment pick-up with local vendors and Elliot companies.
• Interviews sales representatives, secures bids and quotes, selects supplies and equipment and places orders.
• Verifies invoices with the Finance Department upon request.
• Approves price changes after conducting appropriate research.
• Prepares and awards bids for capital equipment purchases as designated.

Benefits

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage
• Competitive pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• And more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees