Buyer

Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care.

It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do — in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.

Benefits Eligible

Full-Time Benefit Eligible

Work Shift

Day - 8 Hour or less Shift (United States of America)

Department

8400 Materials Management

As directed, purchases materials, supplies and equipment. Researches and selects products according to quality, price and serviceability. This will involve extensive computer skills along with data analysis. Works with departments on supply chain process improvement project and works directly with the Hospital Group Purchasing Organization, distributors and vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience
Required: Two or three years of purchasing or medical experience; or Bachelor's degree.
Preferred: Two to five years of experience in an acute care hospital purchasing department.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Requires experience with a materials management information system, and electronic order entry is preferable.
Knowledgeable in word processing, spreadsheet, and a windows-based operating environment is preferred.
Knowledge of state and local codes related to fire and electrical safety and Joint Commission standards is preferred.
Prior negotiating and communication skills.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential

Reviews prices, terms and conditions, discounts, conditions of delivery and suitability of materials. Obtains quotes and requests for proposals as needed. Utilizes GPO contracts as a first choice when appropriate.

Processes requisitions in a timely manner for supplies, equipment and services by reviewing information. Buyer must take a proactive approach by offering departments alternative sources of material acquisitions. The Buyer acts as the liaison between the seller and the requesting department and ensures that the needs of the department are met.

Assists the Director by meeting with departments to aid them with identifying opportunities to maximize their cost effectiveness as it pertains to supply expense. Assist customers with product selection and research.

Coordinates and manages the supplier base to ensure vendors are meeting the Kaweah Health needs relative to the timely delivery and availability of products. Routinely monitors vendor pricing to ensure costs are consistent with the Kaweah Health's contracts and MMIS data. Informs the Director of any necessary actions.

Creates purchase orders with vendors by the most appropriate means possible and in accordance with current policy, noting date placed, expected delivery date and pricing information on purchase order. Returns requisitions to appropriate department and informs department of back orders, delays in shipment, out of stock items and any change in product (i.e. packaging, price, product number, etc.). Troubleshoots problems with prices, terms and delivery for departments. Informs requesting department immediately.

Maintains current pricing in the MMIS system. Maintains professional relationship with all vendors and serve as a liaison between vendor representatives and Kaweah Health personnel.


Additional

Assists the Director with maintaining the integrity of information housed in the MMIS. Ensures accurate pricing and usage information. Coordinates changes when necessary. Assists with functions that require data gathering and record keeping. Reports the findings to the Director or various committees or departments as requested.

Communicates, both in writing and verbally, in an effective and prompt manner with all perceived customers.

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Works with Shipping/Receiving staff on items being returned to vendor or items being shipped out for repair.

Resolves invoice problems with Accounts Payable.

Pay Range

$24.31 -$36.46

If you want to use your talents alongside people who face each day with courage and purpose, in an environment that empowers you to do your absolute best, this is where you belong.

Employment Type: Full time

Salary : $24 - $36