Job Description

Job Title: Buyer

Location: Remote

Industry: HealthCare

Pay: $29-$35 per hour (some flexibility for the right candidate)

Job Description:

The Buyer is responsible for developing and maintaining vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the timely procurement of supplies and materials to support hospital operations. This role plays a critical part in managing inventory levels, cost savings, and compliance with licensing and accreditation requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain documentation of all purchase orders and related records to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Negotiate contracts for equipment, supplies, and services to optimize cost savings.
• Prepare managerial reports and analyses, including budget information, supply utilization, and capital expenditures.
• Process purchase requisitions to ensure timely supply availability.
• Request and analyze vendor proposals to secure the best pricing and terms.
• Manage complex purchasing processes, including prime vendor agreements and pooled purchase contracts.
• Serve as a liaison between the hospital, vendors, and group purchasing organizations.
• Collaborate with hospital departments to establish inventory standards and procurement strategies.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a medical purchasing or procurement role.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with medical software.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check, including drug screening, criminal searches, and various compliance checks.
• Compliance with clinical immunization requirements (TB, Tdap, MMRV, Hep-B, COVID, Flu).
• Must sign a confidentiality agreement.

Additional Details:

• Employment Type: Contract (potential for long-term but not guaranteed).
• Start Date: ASAP (after background check completion).
• Hours: Flexible (8 AM - 5 PM or 9 AM - 5 PM).
• Reporting To: Manager of Purchasing.
• Worksite: Phoenix, AZ 85016.
• Interview Process: In-person or virtual, followed by an offer.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have):

• Acute care experience.
• Experience with Lawson Software.

Perks:

• Career growth opportunities within a stable organization.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• PTO.
• Yearly bonus potential.

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