Purchasing Assistant/Buyer - Materials Management

Purchasing Assistant / Buyer SUMMARY: The Purchasing Assistant/Buyer is responsible for purchasing non-stock, special-order, and routine medical supplies, as well as small equipment. This role includes monitoring and following up on outstanding purchase orders, coordinating with vendors to resolve backorders and order delays, and identifying suitable substitutions for back ordered items when necessary. This position also processes orders, coordinates issuing and material returns, provides excellent customer service, supports all hospital departments and clinics, and performs other purchasing duties, assists with product recalls and mail room duties as requested. To learn more about our benefits, please visit Baxter Health Careers – Benefits. JOB REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience:Minimum of three (3) years purchasing experience. Previous healthcare related purchasing experience preferred. Knowledge of BH’s materials management system preferred. Other:Basic computer skills to include email, inventory control programs and MS Word and Excel. Strong customer service skills, detail oriented, well organized and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Safety Sensitive Designation: No Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without an accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform the following: Must have the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to solve problems and make decisions. Spend eight (8) hours or more in front of computer, monitor or similar screen utilizing keyboard and/or mouse, daily. Ability to regularly stand and walk, occasionally bend, squat and twist, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds using proper body mechanics. Must have a keen sense of hearing and visual acuity with or without correction. Must be able to handle critical and highly stressful situations with efficiency and composure. Location: Baxter Health · 7050 - Materials Managment Schedule: Full time, Days, 8am-4:30pm

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