Buyer - Arcadia, United States - Methodist Hospital

Methodist Hospital
Methodist Hospital
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Arcadia, United States

2 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Mark Lane

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Description

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Materials Manager and/or Director of Materials Management, this position performs Purchasing assignments of a complex nature. Follows all hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Responsible for souring, bidding, negotiating and purchasing all stock, no-stock items, medical/surgical supplies, equipment, services and instruments.


Essential Competencies/Performance Expectations:


  • Ability to resolve emergencies related to acquiring and distributing supplies, instruments and equipment as needed.
  • Assist Materials Management Manager and Director with the development, implementation, tracking and maintenance of the annual operating budget, ensuring that operations are managed within the established guidelines.
  • Clears all buyer exceptions and invoices within three (3) working days.
  • Established and maintains appropriate relationships with vendors and related organizations.
  • Evaluate, place and process purchase orders for all tracked inventory and hospital departments by cost and product analysis, providing the most cost effective items without sacrificing service or quality.
  • Flexibility required in work schedule, hours and shifts.
  • Follow up and expedite all open purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of all supplies, equipment, instruments and services along with providing timely communication/feedback to all departments affected by backorders, price increases, substitutions and inability to supply products/services following established policies and procedures.
  • Maintains professional work habits by organizing workload, setting priorities, completing assignments in a timely manner, utilizing resources appropriately, complying with department program standards and adapts well to change.
  • Meet with sales representatives to obtain bids and ensure cost containment for the Medical Center through negotiations for supplies and services. Ensure compliance with the GPO contracting system and local contracts to realize cost effectiveness.
  • Performs other workrelated duties as assigned.
  • Processes all purchase requisitions into the Materials Management system within two (2) working days following prescribed departmental policies and procedures.
  • Promotes a positive and safe work environment by maintaining good relations with management personnel, peers, and hospital staff, by attending department meetings; by supporting the hospital and its goals, policies, and management decisions; by adhering to the hospital dress code; by maintaining an awareness of hospital infection control, body mechanics and safety policies; by recertification in safety on an annual basis; and by maintaining confidentiality regarding work related matters, identifying and reporting barriers to departmental effectiveness, recommending constructive problem solving methods, managing time, demonstrating flexibility in work assignments, and actively participates as a team member.
  • Resolve issues concerning items that are out of stock, zero fills, manufacturing back orders and product recalls for patient safety. Follow up with the department on back orders to determine if a substitute product needs to be purchased.
  • Review pricing and gives information to Lawson Analyst to ensure data base is correct.
  • Through continuing education, maintains uptodate knowledge in all areas of Materials Management.
  • Work with assigned departments utilizing MD Buyline for all capital purchases.

Experience/Qualifications:


  • Ability to act independently.
  • Diplomatic, tactful and customer service driven.
  • Strong ability to work as a team player.
  • Two (2) years experience in Materials Management required.
  • Working knowledge of computerized Materials Management system(s).

Education:


  • Associate degree or equivalent preferred.
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.

Licensure/Certification:


  • None.


At USC Arcadia Hospital every team member of our 348-bed hospital strives to provide an exceptional patient experience while exemplifying our shared values of iRAISE - Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Safety and Excellence.

We achieve this through compassionate care, creating lifelong relationships by changing the way health and healthcare are delivered in our community.


At USC Arcadia Hospital, you'll enjoy an excellent compensation and benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Savings Plan with match, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Free On-Site Parking, Child Care, Employee Referral Bonus Program, etc.), including professional development programs, and much more.


Living and Working in the San Gabriel Valley:

The City of Arcadia is located in the beautiful San Gabriel Valley, which is one of the best places to live and work in California and is just 15 miles north of downtown Los Angeles.

The region offers a multitude of diverse entertainment, shopping and exception
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