Purchasing Analyst

Premier Inc.•New York, NY

6d•$62,000 - $93,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for leading the end-to-end purchase order process, ensuring timely and accurate order execution, resolving supplier and invoice-related issues, and supporting critical requisition needs. The Purchasing Analyst will collaborate cross-functionally to uphold documentation accuracy, contract compliance, billing integrity, and overall operational excellence within the purchasing function.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (Required)
2 or more years of applicable work experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Basic computer skills, including internet-based applications and the Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to generate reports and interpret data related to the overall Procure-to-Pay and PO Management processes
Minimum of two (2) years of procurement experience
Proficiency with ERP systems (PeopleSoft preferred) and Global Healthcare Exchange (GHX) product suites
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

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a healthcare industry or City agency setting is highly preferred
Bachelor’s degree in business, Healthcare Administration, or related field or a satisfactory equivalent combination of education training and progressively responsible experience

Responsibilities

Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders within the ERP system, ensuring accuracy in all financial and logistical documentation.
Collaborate daily with Purchasing Supervisors to align and prioritize operational workflows.
Actively troubleshoot and resolve supplier issues, including backorders, damaged goods, and invoice discrepancies.
Manage Tier 1 Emergency Requisitions from end-to-end, coordinating with vendors, requestors, and receiving teams to secure expedited delivery.
Partner with Sourcing, Data Integrity, and vendors to guarantee contract compliance, data accuracy, and prompt order confirmations.
Conduct supplier price verifications and enforce competitive bidding requirements in accordance with spend thresholds (OP 100-5).
Serve as the first-tier operational support contact for the internal supply chain user population.
Perform routine PO reconciliations with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure billing accuracy.
Monitor PO financial thresholds to track funding depletion, coordinating with stakeholders to refresh or close out purchase orders as needed.