Buyer - Hospital Support Services

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ

15d•$30 - $42

About The Position

Manages and procures supplies for all areas under the purview of Hospital Support Services. Initiates purchase orders and procures all Hospital Support Services supplies and maintains adequate supply levels to service University Hospital. Maintains a clear knowledge of sources of supply (e.g., Buying Groups, State Contracts, etc.), and utilizes these sources, as directed, for the purchase of the commodities. Ensures that source contract information is up-to-date for the specific commodity. Solicits and analyzes quotations, changing sources of supply, when appropriate, for better price, delivery, and quantity, making certain that determinations are consistent with statutory requirements and the policies and procedures established by the University Hospital. Builds, maintains, and manages supplier relationships and keeps up good communications. Meets with vendor/reps for new product presentations and updates on equipment and supplies. Identifies, documents, communicates, and resolves all backorder issues in a timely manner. Reconciles and tracks purchases on a daily basis. Provides plans for stock levels, reacting to change in demands and logistics. Recommends measures to ensure and improve product availability to prevent stock outs. Analyzes usage history to apply effective inventory control methods.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate field, plus one (1) year buying experience, preferably in a hospital setting.
Computer literacy is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in hospital and research-related purchasing is a plus.
Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.
Microsoft Office Suite and computerized purchasing applications are preferred.

Responsibilities

Initiates purchase orders and procures all Hospital Support Services supplies and maintains adequate supply levels to service University Hospital.
Maintains a clear knowledge of sources of supply (e.g., Buying Groups, State Contracts, etc.), and utilizes these sources, as directed, for the purchase of the commodities.
Ensures that source contract information is up-to-date for the specific commodity.
Solicits and analyzes quotations, changing sources of supply, when appropriate, for better price, delivery, and quantity, making certain that determinations are consistent with statutory requirements and the policies and procedures established by the University Hospital.
Builds, maintains, and manages supplier relationships and keeps up good communications.
Meets with vendor/reps for new product presentations and updates on equipment and supplies.
Identifies, documents, communicates, and resolves all backorder issues in a timely manner.
Reconciles and tracks purchases on a daily basis.
Provides plans for stock levels, reacting to change in demands and logistics.
Recommends measures to ensure and improve product availability to prevent stock outs.
Analyzes usage history to apply effective inventory control methods.