Procurement Analyst- Sterile Processing Irvine- FT, Day Shift

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

16d

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Procurement Analyst II is responsible for daily departmental procurement activities. The role evaluates service requests, sets appropriate priorities, and communicates priorities tactfully and effectively to peers and customers to maintain positive working relationships and customer confidence. The position performs purchasing duties according to prescribed procedures or defined instructions, maintains an integral database of information, serves as a liaison among supply-chain parties, and interfaces with Accounts Payable to facilitate accurate vendor payments. It also helps ensure fulfillment of contract terms, monitors vendor relationships and performance, and coordinates item and vendor requests. The incumbent may be delegated limited commitment authority.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple assignments.
Previous experience with an MMIS system.
Previous experience with GHX Exchange and dashboards.
Possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to successfully perform the assigned duties.
At least 1 year of experience as a purchaser in a large, complex healthcare system.
Knowledge of healthcare materials, equipment, supplies, and services and how they are managed and used in a clinical capacity.
Familiarity with the MS Office suite.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated work experience in progressively more complex roles related to data analysis.
General knowledge of vendor sourcing and negotiation techniques.
Fundamental knowledge of procurement practices and procedures.
Ability to assess customer needs, meet service quality standards, and evaluate customer satisfaction.
Customer-service orientation and team focus.
High school graduate or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Specialized hospital experience, such as EP Lab, Cath Lab, and/or OR.
Previous experience in a service center environment.
Knowledge of Material Management Information Systems (MMIS).
Intermediate MS Excel skills or higher.
Associate of Arts degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate requests for services and set appropriate priorities.
Communicate priorities effectively to peers and customers.
Perform purchasing duties according to prescribed procedures or defined instructions.
Maintain an integral database of information.
Serve as a liaison between parties in the supply chain.
Interface with Accounts Payable to facilitate accurate payment of vendors.
Ensure fulfillment of contract terms.
Monitor vendor relationships and performance.
Coordinate items and vendor requests.