Nutrition Services Assistant Buyer
Corewell HealthSITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids Schedule: Full Time, Monday to Friday, Flexible time 6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On- Call weekends when needed Job Summary The job of the Assistant Buyer is to support the Buyer or customer in the procurement process through multi-channels including telephone, fax, email and EDI. This includes proper review of the purchase order before placement; updating the purchase order based upon vendor confirmations; resolving discrepancies with the purchase order; communication with the customer on order status; and maintaining appropriate purchasing records. This position has the goal to provide high quality, efficient and cost effective service to the organization. Essential Functions Receives purchase requisitions from internal customers and reviews for proper vendor, authorization, accuracy and completeness. Receive purchase orders assigned by the buyer. Send purchase order to the vendor via EDI, fax, email or phone. Work with key individuals to expedite orders or other problem solving regrading the purchasing process. Identify purchase order exceptions such as pricing, availability, back orders and other items details receive through various methods and communicate them to the appropriate party. Resolves discrepancies between purchase orders, receipts and invoices and other related activities. Maintain purchase order documentation in the ERP system as well as any required paper documentation per system or department policy. May be responsible to add/change/delete information in the system while ensuring the integrity of the data. Communicate, collaborate and acts as a liaison between other departments and vendors in order to ensure continuity and coordination of services. Engage in continuous study of the entire professional field, including best practices, to maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities. Complete required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements. Qualifications Required High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred 2 years of relevant experience of office experience, preferable in related purchasing field or similar purchasing atmosphere. About Corewell Health As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence. How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids Department Name Nutrition Butterworth - Grand Rapids Hosp Employment Type Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Days Worked Monday to Friday Weekend Frequency On-call weekends CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR…