Buyer-Materials Management-8100
Kingman HealthcareStaff Position Description
Position Title: Buyer Position Code: Buyer-8100
Department: Materials Management Safety Sensitive: Yes
Reports to: Director, Materials Management Exempt Status: No
Position Purpose:
All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision of providing the region’s best clinical care and patient service through an environment that fosters respect for others and pride in performance.
Key Responsibilities [List of material responsibilities and essentials duties which must be completed in achieving the objectives of the position]
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Researches and acquires a variety of materials, equipment and services according to the organization’s guidelines for cost, quality and delivery. |
Qualifications [Statements regarding minimum educational and experience qualifications, required proficiencies with specialized knowledge, computer proficiencies, military service, required certifications, etc.]
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Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Certification/Licensure: None. Skills/Knowledge: Effective interpersonal and customer relation skills; experience working with computers and software systems, including Microsoft Office and purchasing systems, compiling statistics and researching and providing information in spreadsheet format. Knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures. |
Preferences [Preferred attributes for the position which are not absolutely required in the minimum qualifications (i.e., multi-lingual, master’s degree)]
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Experience: At least one year previous experience as a buyer, preferably in a hospital setting. |
Special Position Requirements [Optional section: any travel, security, risk, hazard or related special conditions which apply to the position]
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Category III blood borne disease exposure. |
Work Requirements [Optional section: work requirements for physical or other important issues which relate to the job]
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Must be able to sit for a majority of the work day at a computer terminal and have the ability to use a computer keyboard and telephone. Ability to handle a high volume of customer contacts each day with the ability to clearly communicate. Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and periods of prolonged standing or walking. |
Date Staff Position Description Created / Revised: 3/2019; 4/25/2019