Buyer

Job Type Full-time Description Job Title: Buyer Job Description Founded in 1991, IBJI is the largest orthopedic group practice in Illinois. With more than 150 physicians in every orthopedic specialty, IBJI offers care for adults and children from some of the most accomplished and respected orthopedists in the country. Serving northern Illinois and northwest Indiana with over 100 locations, IBJI makes it easy to access care. Our headquarters is in Park Ridge, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago. Our clinical services include advanced MRI imaging, pain management, non-surgical and surgical treatment plans, rheumatology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, wellness, and sports training. Ortho Access walk-in clinics provide same day care for orthopedic injuries. Comprehensive care offered all in one place enables physicians, therapists and staff to work closely together, so that patients and families achieve better outcomes. Collaborative care is also more efficient. In many cases, IBJI services are substantially less expensive than those provided by large healthcare systems and emergency rooms. Summary The Buyer is the key focal point for pricing and contract management of supplies throughout IBJI. Position is responsible for purchases made to stock at all IBJI sites, as well as adding new items, changing existing items, finding appropriate substitutes, setting contract pricing, working with distributors on all back orders and follow up. This position will also follow up on delivery issues, mis-shipments, correct receipt of items, and resolving invoice problems to allow timely payment of invoices. Responsibilities Issues purchase orders for needed suppliesReview vendor stock-outs, expedites the purchase of additional supplies from alternative vendors Identifies possible substitute itemsIdentifies items to be changed, added, or deleted from inventoryProcesses department requests to add, delete and change itemsMaintains database in computerized inventory control system. Makes changes to reflect current items in useMaintains appropriate records and files such as items purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories; compiles data for internal reportsWork with shipping companies to resolve missed shipmentsCommunicate and discuss issues with other departments in the organization in a timely mannerEnsure all products received are correct and on time to meet operational needsAssist with the addition of new products, evaluate usage, add contract pricing, and work with the Purchasing Manager and AP to set up vendors. Coordinates implementation / standardization process as appropriateEstablish ordering and delivery schedules with each vendorCommunicate supply requests with vendors via computer system, phone and/or fax requisitionVerify pricingMonitor, communicate and follow-up on product problems and discrepancies to the vendor representativeChecks all invoices to ensure correct price, follows-through to ensure that materials ordered have been received. Resolve invoice problems that relate to storeroom inventoryWorks with AP and Vendor to resolve pricing discrepanciesWorks with the vendors to obtain credit and/or product exchange for any items nearing expirationMaintain a clean and safe work environment.Other duties as assigned. Requirements Requirements Education High school diploma or equivalent Certifications/Licensure Not applicable Experience Minimum of 2-3 years experience in a Purchasing environmentExperience with computer software (spreadsheets, database, graphics, word-processing) Technical Skills Working knowledge of distribution, inventory control and purchasing systems Soft Skills Excellent communication and customer relations skillsExcellent organization skills Physical Requirements Ability to do medium lifting according to DOL guidelinesAbility to perform job functions at multiple sitesAbility to sit for up to 8 hours This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Duties and responsibilities, experience, qualifications, skills, supervisory relationship, physical/mental demands, and environmental/ working conditions may change as needs evolve. Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week): medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off. Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and placement, promotion, training, transfer, retention, rate of pay and all other terms and conditions of employment. Salary Description $60,000-$75,000/yearly based on skills/experience