Supply Chain Coordinator

CURRENT BRONSON EMPLOYEES - Please apply using the career worklet in Workday. This career site is for external applicants only. Love Where You Work! Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community. If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience. Location Kalamazoo-601 John St.-North Pavilion (North Campus) Title Supply Chain Coordinator With minimal supervision and in accordance with departmental and institutional policies and procedures, procures equipment, services, supplies and materials required both routinely and exceptionally by any BHG entity, resolves invoicing discrepancies and backorders, serves as the first point of contact with internal customers and external suppliers, ensures the quantity and quality of supplies is adequate and yet cost effective. Conducts product research, requests samples and supports organizational and departmental efforts for operational efficiency and cost containment. Responsible for maintaining accurate records within the Materials Management Information Systems (MMIS). Associates or Bachelors degree in Business, or equivalent previous experience within Purchasing, Contracting or Supply Chain Management. Sound understanding of general business principles, Experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Contracting and understands how to use Materials Management Information Systems (MMIS) software, Customer Service focused, Cultivates positive relationships with co-workers and supplier representatives. Proficiency with the use of Purchasing/Materials Information Systems and Contract Information System, as well as spreadsheet and word processing application software necessary. Must have excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills. Sound math, analytical and negotiation skills necessary. Must be knowledgeable of the type and nature of products provided and advances in healthcare science and technology. Must have an aptitude for planning and maintaining purchasing control. Should be flexible and willing to assume additional responsibility as necessary to support departmental objectives. The employee should be able to demonstrate good business practices and sound judgment. Must be able to analyze a situation and react or plan accordingly. Demonstrate organizational skills including the ability to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines. Demonstrates accountability and possess problem-solving skills. Is committed to Teamwork and Relationship Management with internal customers, other support departments and with vendor representatives. Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency in processes and is comfortable negotiating costs for purchased services, supplies, and capital requests while drawing upon multiple sources of information. Seeks out data to drive decisions and can use facts to persuade others to support an objective. Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, OneNote, & Outlook) Primarily works in a clean, well-lighted and temperature controlled office setting with occasional visits to other locations. The job produces some physical demands. Typical of jobs that include regular walking, standing, stooping, bending, sitting, and some lifting of light weight objects. Work which produces levels of mental/visual fatigue which are typical of jobs that perform a wide variety of duties with frequent and significant uncontrollable deadlines. Work may include the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT up to 40 percent of the time. Able to communicate complex topics with all levels of the organization from peers to executive leaders. Skilled at rapport building, is team-oriented, and has a positive demeanor in all interactions. Treats others with respect and is flexible to adapt their role when needed based on organizational need…

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