Sr. Purchasing Specialist - Healthcare Delivery

Central Health•Austin, TX

20d•Hybrid

About The Position

Overview JOB SUMMARY The Sr. Purchasing Specialist for Healthcare Delivery is responsible for the procurement process for equipment, goods, and services, pertaining to Healthcare and clinical services, to obtain the best value for the organization while providing an open and fair process for qualified vendors. The Sr. Purchasing Specialist for Healthcare Delivery is responsible for requisitioning and ordering Healthcare and Clinical supplies, equipment, and services by using, interpreting, and monitoring guidelines, rules, policies, and laws. The Sr. Purchasing Specialist for Healthcare Delivery provides guidance, to the Healthcare Delivery team members, regarding procurement policies and procedures. Supports the Procurement team and department leaders to meet organizational priorities, supports the development of informal bids and formal solicitations, reviews departmental requests for Healthcare Delivery/Clinical departments, and communicates with vendors on behalf of Central Health. Hybrid = Individuals in this position may work both at an approved off-site location and onsite at a primary location or multiple locations based on business needs

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (higher degree accepted)
2 years of procurement experience, to include:
Identification and selection of procurement methods
Issuance of purchase orders against existing cooperative or group purchasing contracts
Managing multiple projects
Review and Preparation of proposals, advertising, and solicitation documents group purchasing contracts
Review of Invoices and matching of payment documents
Purchasing clinical supplies/equipment
Proficient use of MS Office tools and electronic communications, signature and purchasing software tools.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree in a related field
5 years of procurement experience. Experience with online purchasing software
Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB preferred). May require current Texas Driver's License and proof of automobile liability insurance coverage on personal vehicle utilized for work-related purposes

Responsibilities

Ensure the timely procurement of goods and services to obtain the best value to the organization in accordance with procurement policies and all other applicable laws, policies and procedures.
Provides information and assistance to District staff regarding purchasing procedures, purchase order/bid status updates and contract status.
Places orders against existing contracts or approved requisitions. Creates purchase orders for the acquisition of materials and services and processes all paperwork necessary. Utilizes online purchasing application for these duties.
Supports the development of informal and formal solicitations based on policy guidance and business needs, including every phase of planning and development of procurements and assists with moderately complex solicitations in key areas.
Implements Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) vendor outreach and education.
Provides information and assistance to staff regarding purchasing procedures, purchase order/bid status updates and contract status.
Creates, manages and maintains database and documentation, including reviewing for conformity to negotiated rates, rules and regulations.
Posts public notices as applicable.
Prepares purchase orders, solicits informal bid proposals and reviews requisitions for goods and services purchased.
Research, interview and negotiate with suppliers to obtain prices and specifications.
Coordinates and manages pre-bid conferences with vendors
Tabulate and evaluate bid submissions for responsiveness.
Responsible for the inventory and disposal of surplus property according to the established procedures.
Administers the Procurement Card Program by providing direct support to the credit card holders.
Implements records management practices for assigned area(s) according to policy and procedure and maintains assigned files and records.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Other duties as assigned