Purchasing Clerk

Regional West Health Services•Scottsbluff, NE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Regional West Health Services is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Purchasing Materials Buyer to join our Supply Chain team. In this important role, you'll help ensure that medical supplies, equipment, and services are purchased efficiently and delivered on time to support high-quality patient care. Your work directly impacts clinical operations, supply continuity, and the organization's financial stewardship.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum one year of experience in a supply chain-related role (warehouse, distribution, inventory, finance, or similar)
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and Outlook
Strong math, organizational, and analytical skills
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Effective communication and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Healthcare experience preferred

Responsibilities

Review purchase orders, inventory needs, and supply concerns from departments.
Prioritize orders and monitor vendor communications to ensure critical supplies are available.
Process purchase orders for medical supplies, equipment, and services, ensuring compliance with policies and contracts.
Coordinate with vendors regarding backorders, shipment delays, pricing discrepancies, and damaged products.
Assist vendors with credentialing processes and maintain productive working relationships.
Partner with nursing, surgical services, and other departments to identify product requirements and address supply concerns.
Resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues with Accounts Payable.
Ensure purchasing activities follow organizational policies and documentation requirements.
Support product recalls, substitutions, standardization initiatives, and maintain purchasing records for patient implant procedures.
Review purchasing activity, monitor spending trends, and identify opportunities for efficiency and cost savings.