Purchasing Service Line Manager
About The Position
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The Purchasing Service Line Manager is responsible for all purchasing activities of the respective network service lines. Manages Buyers and Purchasing Clerks performance in order processing, sourcing of supplies, pricing, and financial analysis. Establishes goals and objectives with service line personnel.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field and/or 7-10 years' experience in healthcare setting preferred.
- Experience in Purchasing or Materials Management preferred.
- Must be accurate in dealing with figures.
- Management experience required.
- Experience with computer/Microsoft Excel or Access required.
Nice To Haves
- Clinical background is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Monitors compliance with goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the department with assigned personnel
- Completes annual performance evaluations of service line personnel
- Collaborates with the Director of Strategic Sourcing and Contracting for cost savings opportunities through Premier contracts, local contracts and other sources
- Works closely with department managers to improve purchasing processes and customer service
- Works with vendors on new product requests, contracts, negotiations and bids
- Monitors contract pricing in the Materials Management information system to ensure accurate information
- Provides guidance and direction for Value Analysis team, departments and personnel as it relates to fiscal responsibility and Value Analysis principles
- Works with department managers, Inventory Control and vendors on product conversions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
