Buyer

About the Role

This position functions as the authorized procurement agent to procure goods and services, offer recommendations regarding products, and is an integral part of vendor relations for Mary Washington Healthcare. The Buyer performs day-to-day procurement activity and business processes within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system as it relates to Supply Chain Solutions.

Responsibilities

• Implements accurate handling of business processes within the assigned areas including purchasing, back-order management, invoice matching, and new vendor authorization.
• Coordinates activities involved with the pricing and procurement of goods and services for the organization, utilizing current systems and processes including Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), eFax communications, and electronic orders.
• Identifies potential savings opportunities that contribute to the annual cost savings goal for Supply Chain Solutions.
• Researches, reviews, and takes appropriate action based on current Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) and local contracts for price discrepancies.
• Reviews non-file purchase requisitions and special request items for sourcing appropriately using approved vendors.
• Reviews open purchase order file for overdue shipments and back-orders and reconciles discrepancies with the vendor.
• Assists, educates, and supports customers with the procurement process and advises of changes or product restrictions that could cause purchase delays.
• Assists customers with sourcing products and services.
• Ensures timely deliveries, including rush and overnight orders, to meet customer demand.
• Monitors back-order, substitution requirements, and action plans to ensure clinicians have the necessary supplies to maintain patient care levels.
• Facilitates the return merchandise/goods authorization process with all vendor returns.
• Researches qualified suppliers as part of the vendor selection process.
• Provides input to the management team on supplier performance for the supplier scorecard.
• Works closely with the Accounts Payable department to resolve invoice discrepancies, ensuring timely and accurate payment of purchase order invoices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree preferred.
• One year of previous healthcare purchasing experience preferred.
• Must be computer literate and have a comprehensive understanding of ERP applications and Microsoft Suite.

Physical Requirements

• Constant (67-100% of workday) sitting and use of arms and hands.
• Occasional (0-33% of workday) standing, walking, bending, squatting.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 10 lbs.
• Auditory and visual skills.

Mental Requirements

• Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards

Potential risk of exposure to chemicals.

Pay

Compensation pay range: $21.96 - $30.74 per hour.