Job Summary:
This individual is responsible for initiating and following through on the various steps involved in the purchasing of a variety of products, equipment, and services used by all WMC health departments. An individual must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, must be able to work in an organized fashion, and must have excellent customer service skills.
Responsibilities:
Provide customer service to departments within the Westchester Medical Center Health Network Reviews requisitions and purchase orders against specifications and catalogs Reviews requisitions and purchase orders with departments for clarification Verifies budget allocations and charges appearing on departmental requisitions Contacts vendors regarding shortages, overcharges, breakage, etc. Assists with the coordination of activities that relate to Value Analysis Receives and processes new item add requests Assists Contract Category Managers with negotiation of local agreements Manage special order items and determine if they should be routed through the Value Analysis Process Reconciles confirmation and invoices daily for price discrepancies, accuracy and completeness of quantities ordered Conducts price comparison analytics Reviews PO open and backorder reports, and exception report and conducts month end close procedures Participates in Lean Daily Management huddles Supports Departments with identifying substitutes for back ordered and recalled items Uses computer applications or other database systems such as spreadsheets, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments Utilizes a computerized/automated purchasing system May perform other incidental tasks, as needed. Qualifications/Requirements:
Experience:
2 years of relevant professional work experience with a high school diploma; 1-2 years with an associate's or bachelor's degree. Background/familiarity with purchasing logistics and processes.
Education:
High school diploma, required. Associates or Bachelor's degree, preferred. Training in Lawson and McKesson Supply Chain Management (MSCM) preferred.
Licenses / Certifications:
About Us:
NorthEast Provider Solutions Inc.
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:
Health Insurance Dental Vision Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Savings Account Paid Time Off Holidays Tuition ReimbursementApply Now External Applicant link Internal Applicant link