Purchasing Assistant/Buyer - Materials Management

Baxter Health • Mountain Home, AR

17h

About The Position

The Purchasing Assistant/Buyer is responsible for purchasing non-stock, special-order, and routine medical supplies, as well as small equipment. The role monitors and follows up on outstanding purchase orders, coordinates with vendors to resolve backorders and order delays, and identifies suitable substitutions for backordered items when necessary. The position processes orders, coordinates issuing and material returns, provides customer service, and supports hospital departments and clinics. It also performs other purchasing duties and assists with product recalls and mail room duties as requested.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of purchasing experience.
• Basic computer skills, including email, inventory control programs, MS Word, and Excel.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Detail-oriented and well organized, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, solve problems, and make decisions.
• Ability to spend eight or more hours daily using a computer, monitor, or similar screen with a keyboard and/or mouse.
• Ability to regularly stand and walk; occasionally bend, squat, and twist; and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds using proper body mechanics.
• Keen sense of hearing and visual acuity, with or without correction.
• Ability to handle critical and highly stressful situations efficiently and calmly.

Nice To Haves

• Previous healthcare-related purchasing experience.
• Knowledge of BH’s materials management system.

Responsibilities

• Purchase non-stock, special-order, and routine medical supplies and small equipment.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding purchase orders.
• Coordinate with vendors to resolve backorders and order delays.
• Identify suitable substitutions for backordered items when necessary.
• Process orders and coordinate issuing and material returns.
• Provide customer service and support hospital departments and clinics.
• Perform other purchasing duties and assist with product recalls and mail room duties as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED