Buyer
About The Position
Reviews/monitors approved purchase requisitions for accuracy, monitors, price trends, maintains files and records of current and potential suppliers, materials and prices. Develops and maintains working relationships with external (vendors) and internal customers to maintain adequate sources of supply in accordance with corporate policies and procedures to obtain the most cost effective/quality products and services. Demonstrates ability to work well with other members of team to efficiently implement accepted product conversions, system changes, process improvement opportunities. Responsible for ensuring high quality, cost–effective product or service is delivered in support of the client core values and strategic plans. Reports directly to the Director of Purchasing. Keeps abreast of all Supply Chain Management policies and procedures.
Requirements
- 4 or more years of applicable work experience
- High School Diploma or GED
Nice To Haves
- 2+ years of purchasing in healthcare
- Bachelors degree
- Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time
- Be adaptive and change priorities quickly; meet deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Operate computer programs and software
- Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and in electronic formats
- Day-to-day contact with others (co-workers and/or the public)
- Making independent decisions
- Ability to work in a collaborative business environment in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions
Responsibilities
- Reviews/monitors approved purchase requisitions for accuracy, monitors, price trends, maintains files and records of current and potential suppliers, materials and prices.
- Develops and maintains working relationships with external (vendors) and internal customers to maintain adequate sources of supply in accordance with corporate policies and procedures to obtain the most cost effective/quality products and services.
- Demonstrates ability to work well with other members of team to efficiently implement accepted product conversions, system changes, process improvement opportunities.
- Responsible for ensuring high quality, cost–effective product or service is delivered in support of the client core values and strategic plans.
- Keeps abreast of all Supply Chain Management policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- 401k retirement program
- Paid time off
- Participation in Premier’s employee incentive plans
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Perks and discounts
- Access to on-site and online exercise classes
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
