Senior Buyer

Saint Francis Health System

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Determines sources and orders supplies/equipment for hospital departments. Meets with vendor representatives to receive product information, negotiate supply/equipment pricing, arrange product returns/credits, coordinates vendor contracts with hospital departments and obtains products for evaluation. Attends assigned meetings, ensures correct contract tier pricing, and provides product information to using departments.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 6 months - 1 year related experience; buyer experience preferred.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft word and excel.

Nice To Haves

• buyer experience

Responsibilities

• Expedites order and receipt of emergency or special orders; ensures product availability for daily operations.
• Interviews vendor representatives according to departmental scheduling and time guidelines to obtain product information or other vendor services.
• Discusses new products and cost reduction opportunities with vendor representatives.
• Review inventory and non-inventory items for possible savings and advises users or appropriate committee; maintains a record or cost reductions.
• Utilizes the Materials Management system, EDI, FAX, telephone, or mail to generate and forward purchase orders to vendors timely and appropriately.
• Updates the Materials Management computer system with current and accurate information.
• Consults with department managers, groups or physicians and attends appropriate meetings to recommend cost saving changes or provide the purchasing department support and coordinate purchasing services.
• Provides pricing information in a timely manner.
• Prepares reports and spreadsheets to analyze pricing, usage, and other factors regarding supplies/services to support purchasing decisions and provide information for contract negotiations or purchase agreements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees