Buyer I (Engineering 1)
Overview:
Join our team of dedicated professionals who provide services and operational support to award winning hospitals through roles in supply chain, IT and cybersecurity, clinical engineering, capital procurement, medical coding, project management and more.We provide services to clinically excellent community hospitals across the country that are dedicated to ensuring quality, compassionate care for every patient, every time.
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Responsibilities:
The Bio-Med Buyer is responsible for purchasing a variety of equipment, supplies and services utilizing computerized systems. He/she understands inventory control in order to minimize stock and non-stock orders. Demonstrates proficiency in Excel. Communicates with vendors regarding requirements, discrepancies, pricing, substitutes and backorders.Prioritizes duties for optimum productivity. Processes and organizes purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documents for Accounts Payable. Duties include; meeting with user departments regarding purchase requirements, developing and maintaining sources of supply, selecting suppliers, negotiating prices and delivery dates, approving purchase requisitions/orders, and following up on purchases with regard to delivery date, discrepancies, and backorder situations.
Prepares tender documents for a variety of supplies, services and equipment utilizing Microsoft Office. Provides input into the development of policies and procedures, arranges for the disposal of obsolete equipment, and maintains purchasing related files and records including up to date catalogues and price lists.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING- 1 years’ experience as a Buyer preferred
- Knowledge of the acquisition of equipment, supplies and policies and procedures.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Strong planning and organization, critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- Must demonstrate analytical, mathematical, decision-making, and negotiating skills.
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Strong computer skills (MS Office)
A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $19.00 to $24.58. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.