Procurement Coordinator

Virtua Health•Stow, OH

4d•$20 - $29•Hybrid

About The Position

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Requirements

1 year progressively responsible experience in administrative support
PC skills and experience in a windows based environment is required

Nice To Haves

Associates degree preferred in a business-related area

Responsibilities

Handles backorder situations for any item that was placed by their area of responsibility and works to obtain substitute items to avoid any adverse impact to our customers. Informs customers of delays in their orders.
Places all orders by utilizing EDI, faxing, or by phone in a timely manner as determined by the requestors need. Reviews order confirmations for exceptions, and responds to/resolves any discrepancies according to established guidelines.
Monitors and reviews open PO report and PO confirmations (faxed and internet) and validates information i.e. pricing, delivery dates, unit of measure, quantity, etc., then updates information in appropriate database. Works closely with receiving to ensure accurate processing of items. Expedites past due orders by contacting vendors, receiving and end users.
Assist with product recalls, product failures, procurement card orders, etc. and is responsible for obtaining credits on returned items to ensure timely processing.
Researching and comparing suppliers, goods and services best on reliability, product quality and cost efficiency.