Buyer - FT - Day - Supply Chain Lawrenceville NJ

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Position Overview

Pay Range:

$25.49 - $37.04

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:Two years furniture and/or material purchasing experience.

Other Credentials:

Knowledge and Skills:Good verbal and written communication skills.

Special Training:Two years working knowledge of Materials Management Information System and standard office tools.

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day:8 Hours  

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Processes purchase orders within 48 hours of receipt or as otherwise specified by the end-user, pricing and confirms anticipated delivery date.
• Assures purchase order is appropriately authorized in conjunction with the financial policies of the system.
• Assures vendor meets expectations of customers. Resolves conflicts timely and follows up as required.
• Assures the following reports are managed on a weekly basis: Buyer messages, PO Status Report, Buyer Expediting Report, and Pend Hold Report. Assures that all information system policies and procedures are followed at all times (as outlined in the IHS Buyer's Guide).
• Works with end-user to identify and resolve timely direct expense variances relating to purchase order transactions on a monthly basis.
• Assures that Pcard statements are reconciled within the timeframe required by Accounts Payable.
• Assist end-users in researching and purchasing best-value products and services to assure the proper needs and goals of the organization are met.
• Assures compliance with GPO and organization-specific contracts at all times. Assures that adequate information regarding pricing, availability and approximate delivery date is given to end-users on a daily basis.
• Provides accurate and timely reports to assist clinical and non-clinical departments with decision support information. Assures accurate report information regarding products, pricing and usage to end-user as requested.
• Assures that all recall information is communicated to the appropriate departments and/or other facilities timely as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Pinching/fine motor activities

Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl

Continuous physical demands include: Wrist position deviation , Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Extreme Noise Levels , Dust/Particulate Matter

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Plan

• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Healthcare FSA

- Dependent Care FSA

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Commuter Transit

• Commuter Parking

• Supplemental Life Insurance

- Voluntary Life Spouse

- Voluntary Life Employee

- Voluntary Life Child

• Voluntary Legal Services

• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance

• Voluntary Pet Insurance

• Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.