What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Coordinator position at optimamedical?
About Optima Medical:
Optima Medical is an Arizona-based medical group consisting of 30 locations and over 130 medical providers, proudly caring for more than 200,000 patients statewide. Our mission is to improve the quality of life throughout Arizona by helping communities “Live Better, Live Longer” through personalized healthcare, with a strong focus on preventing the nation’s top leading causes of death.
We go beyond primary care by offering a comprehensive spectrum of services, including cardiovascular care, behavioral health, allergy testing and immunotherapy, in-house laboratory services, imaging, chronic disease management, and additional specialty services.
As we continue to grow, we are committed to welcoming talented, driven individuals who share our passion for patient-centered excellence.
We are currently seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to support our organization’s procurement operations. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced environment, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to ensuring our clinics and departments receive the supplies and equipment needed to operate efficiently and deliver exceptional care.
Responsibilities
- Manage and process purchase requests via procurement system
- Coordinate recurring orders and research department-specific needs
- Handle cost inquiries, price comparisons, and procurement-related disputes
- Oversee vendor contracts, order tracking, and maintain purchasing records
- Conduct invoice reviews and approvals
- Track and maintain relationships with service vendors.
- Maintain tracking systems for assets and supplies
- Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities, inventories, and vendor interactions.
Skills
- 2-3 year of experience in purchasing or other relatable administrative roles
- Proactive and resourceful problem solver.
- Excellent communication and vendor negotiation skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software/tools.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Experience in healthcare or clinical settings is a plus.
Why join our team?
- Growth opportunities
- Fun work environment (lunches, events, holiday parties)
- Benefits (medical/vision/dental/401k/paid holidays)
- Supportive and positive work environment