Senior Buyer

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Middleton, WI

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Work Schedule : This is a full time, 1.0 FTE position. Shifts will be scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 – 5:00PM. This position is hybrid. On-site requirements up to four times per year in Middleton, WI. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. Be part of something remarkable Help drive our procurement performance so we continue to exceed customer expectations. We are seeking a Senior Buyer to: Process complex purchase orders for supplies, general and specialized medical supplies, clinical supplies, medical equipment, and services. Be able to work with end users, clinicians, materials management and enterprise resource planning (ERP) teams on discontinued, back-ordered, conversion and new products. Review and facilitate pricing connections between contracts and ERP system. Proficient in Microsoft Excel being able to run pivots and do data analysis to share with contract manager for review. Be able to support special projects as assigned. Work with business leaders for Capital and Non-Capital purchases of goods and services. Assist in obtaining the best products and services at the lowest cost.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Business, Healthcare or related field. Required or Two (2) years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree in addition to the experience below.
• 5 years purchasing and/or buying experience. Required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field. Preferred
• Healthcare setting experience Preferred.
• Oracle Cloud or similar ERP preferred.
• Certified Materials Resource Professional (CMRP) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) Preferred

Responsibilities

• Process complex purchase orders for supplies, general and specialized medical supplies, clinical supplies, medical equipment, and services.
• Work with end users, clinicians, materials management and enterprise resource planning (ERP) teams on discontinued, back-ordered, conversion and new products.
• Review and facilitate pricing connections between contracts and ERP system.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel being able to run pivots and do data analysis to share with contract manager for review.
• Support special projects as assigned.
• Work with business leaders for Capital and Non-Capital purchases of goods and services.
• Assist in obtaining the best products and services at the lowest cost.

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plans
• two-week paid parental leave
• adoption assistance
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree