SR BUYER - Full Time

UHS • Riverside, CA

5h

About The Position

SUMMARY: Responsible for the purchase, of assigned commodities in a timely manner while meeting the needs of the customer within the requirements of Riverside Medical Clinic.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Knowledge of accounts payable processing and a minimum three (3) years purchasing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and administer vendor contracts with the approval of Purchasing Manager and/ or Supervisor.
• Evaluate products and services received. Contact vendors to correct deficiencies.
• Establish an ongoing cost containment program within your commodity.
• Participate in periodic inventories as requested.
• Generate appropriate reports as requested.
• Participate in budget development as requested by Purchasing Supervisor.
• Develop and maintain a strong working with all departments within Riverside Medical Clinic.
• Display a professional attitude through performance, appearance, and demeanor.
• Maintain open communications with department personnel to keep informed of their needs and desires. Continually review purchase items considering quality, utility and cost.
• Assure the adequate quantities of standard stock items, within your commodity, are kept on hand to support daily clinic operations.
• Maintain adequate sources for non-stock items to assure their availability within a reasonable time frame.
• Place purchase orders utilizing the electronic purchasing system for stock replenishment in a time frame designed to prevent stock outs and minimize inventory levels
• Receive and process departmental stock requisitions utilizing the electronic purchasing system. Develop and monitor reasonable delivery of non-stock items with the vendors involved.
• Assure that departmental billing information is entered correctly into the electronic purchasing system. Determine special departmental requirements and stock sufficient back up units to meet such needs.
• Maintain Purchasing records and related databases.
• Make recommendations for, and assists with implementation of procedural changes.
• Processes Special Project as assigned by Supervisor or Manager. Lead subordinate personnel. Evaluate vendor performance, makes recommendation to Supervisor/ Manager
• Develops new sources of supply.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees