Purchasing Specialist I
Purchasing Specialist I
Places orders and ensures competitive and consistent pricing of products and services for the organization.
Submits bid proposals and Requests for Proposal (RFP) to procure a variety of goods and services; helps to negotiate contracts.
Evaluates bids responsiveness, vendor responsibilities, and vendor performance.
Maintains vendor relationships, including polling sites to obtain vendor performance feedback.
Manages vendor inquiries.
Fulfills a variety of procurement functions, including attending vendor meetings to discuss pricing, payment terms, and overall service.
Produces a variety of analytical reports showing annual savings by switching vendors, products, or services.
Manages open purchase orders and invoice discrepancies with vendors.
Follows and enforces procurement related policies and procedures.
Quality Management
Contributes to the success of the organization by participating in quality improvement activities.
Responds promptly to patients and employees.
Works with outside vendors to maximize quality of Vendor/NHC relationships and ensure industry respect.
Impacts patient experiences by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy.
Customer Relations
Operates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholders.
Demonstrates courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy.
Works with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner.
Requirements
- Education/Experience: High school diploma/GED required; associates degree preferred. Two years of purchasing or accounting experience required; within the healthcare industry preferred.
- Additional Qualifications: Knowledgeable about and experience with ERP or procurement software. Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to maintain professional demeanor with internal and external contacts in all business transactions. Ability to cooperate with a team in accomplishing goals and objectives. Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner.
Pay
Pay Range: $27.21 - $38.08/hr. per hour, depending on experience.