Buyer, Materials Management, Full-Time

Position Highlights:

• Position: Buyer
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Location: Materials Management
• Schedule: Monday - Friday

Responsibilities:

• Purchases supplies and Material required by facilities departments
• Checks on all backordered PO’s and does required follow-up.
• On a daily basis runs the “Below MOQ/Stock Out-Report, taking the appropriate actions to remedy this condition.
• On a weekly basis generates the system “Exception Report” doing the necessary research to correct these discrepancies.
• Works closely with AP to ensure that all invoices are paid in a timely manner.
• Works in concert with the Material Supervisor in loading the necessary data to maximize the use of “Global Healthcare Exchange, (GHX)
• Randomly reviews system dictionaries data entry to identify errors and make corrections.
• Conducts weekly cycle counts on “A” items to ensure the integrity of the electronic inventory.
• Aggressively researches for alternate medical/surgical product that can be presented to the “Product Evaluation Committee” for their approval as an accepted alternates.
• Makes management staff aware of any market conditions, such as know shortages or significant price increase.
• Organizes and assists in conducting the annual inventory and works closely with departments to ensure inventory needs are met.
• Must be able to legally drive and observe all traffic and safety laws, local, county and state.

Requirements:

• Current and valid Colorado driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent with at least one (1) year of related experience.

Compensation:

• $30.00 - $34.50 per hour, depending on education and experience.
• Discretionary bonuses, relocation expenses, merit increase, market adjustments, recognition bonuses, and other forms of discretionary compensation may be available.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Free Parking
• Paid time off
• Education assistance
• 403(b) with employer matching
• Wellness Program
• Additional benefits based on employment status

Additional Information:

• Relocation: Must relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 before starting work.
• Work Location: In-person/onsite
• Application Deadline: Posting will remain open until February 28, 2026

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Community Hospital recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, Community Hospital is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. Community Hospital does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.