Buyer - Purchasing
Hutchinson Regional Medical CenterEssential Responsibilities:
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
- Monitor inventory, place orders, and stock products.
- Establish reorder points and stocking levels, inventories and tracks equipment usage, and processes equipment shipments.
- Maintain current catalogues and price lists for purchasing and sales departments.
- Lead inventory processes.
- Work closely with Accounts payable ensure invoices are accurate and processed efficiently.
- Assesses requests and requisitions for compliance of purchasing policies & determination of ordering method.
- As directed, review contractual agreements, bids, and quotes.
- Solve problems with defective or unacceptable goods and services with users, vendors, and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action.
- Work with GPO (Group Purchasing Organization) vendor to ensure proper pricing, as well as terms of contract are met. Also determine vendor selection based on pricing, existing agreements, overall value, quality and availability.
- Compare repair requests (repairs, parts, rentals) with existing service agreement.
- Process credits, shipping errors, returns and replacements in a timely manner.
- Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values.
- Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
- Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.
General Responsibilities:
Perform other duties as assigned.
People Management Responsibilities:
Does this position have people management responsibilities?:
☐ Yes 🗷 No
“Yes” indicates that this position entails overseeing and guiding team members, encompassing employment decisions and/or suggestions, as well as conducting formal performance assessments.
"No" indicates that this position does not involve managing team members.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience
- 1 year of purchasing, delivery, or stock room experience, preferably in a medical environment.
Required License/Certifications/Registrations
- none
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Education and Experience
Two or more years of relevant experience.
Preferred License/Certifications/Registrations
- none
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Familiarity with EDI (Electronic Data Interface) ordering methods for placing, confirming & tracking orders.
- Knowledge of medical supplies & equipment as it pertains to purchasing.
- Strong interpersonal and organization skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
Physical Requirements:
With or without accommodation.
- Medium Work: Occasionally exerting up to 50 lbs - constantly exerting up to 10 lbs. 26-50% of the day may be standing or walking.