Roseville, California
Inventory Buyer Job Opening in Roseville, California - Adventist Health is hiring a Buyer for the Supply Chain team in Roseville, CA.
This role prepares and processes all required documentation pertaining to the purchase of routine goods and services using the MMIS and other computer based systems. Confirms, validates, expedites, and modifies orders and works with requestors and suppliers to ensure orders are accurate and complete. Assists with the resolution of issues that impact timely ordering of routine goods and services. Researches purchase requests from the field to identify correct products and contracts related to those products. Ensures orders are accurate and resolves exceptions in a timely manner. This position is both accountable to Supply Chain Shared Services as well as field operations.
Major Responsibilities:
Responsible for procuring goods and services including validation of purchases for contract compliance
Prepares and processes all required documentation pertaining to the routine purchase of goods and services using the MMIS and other computer-based systems
Places and verifies orders with suppliers by telephone, fax, EDI, or other computer systems
Maintains and builds relationships with suppliers and Requestors as well as other users of the MMIS system
Ensures orders are placed accurately with suppliers and methods of shipment and all terms are documented correctly
Initiates backorder resolution and facilitates the expediting of approved product substitutes for customers; Ensures timely and accurate communication to impacted field Requestors.
Modifies purchase orders as necessary based on research and direction of management in prescribed methods; Ensures all information is documented in the MMIS system; Manages the appropriate communication with field Requestors, Materials Directors, Suppliers and Sourcing Group.
Responds to customer inquiries regarding service, products, and account information using established procedures.
Assists with the resolution of discrepancies or problems that prohibit the timely ordering of goods and services.
Identifies repetitive challenges and suggests corresponding process improvement opportunities, in collaboration with Supply Chain Procurement Lead.
Maintains a working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and industry standards.
Ensures that all Service Level Agreements specific to Procurement activity are met on a consistent basis.
Resolves Invoice match exceptions with suppliers in a timely manner and coordinates efforts with Accounts Payable to ensure timely payments.
Works with Strategic Sourcing Managers to maintain an accurate knowledge of contracted suppliers.
Must have proven priortization and extensive organizational skills while possessing the ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast paced environment (multi-tasking is a must) under stress.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma (Required)
Bachelor's or Associates degree (Preferred)
Experience in healthcare industry (Preferred)
Minimum of two years of experience in purchasing or supply chain (Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
High school or equivalent
Required experience:
inventory buying: 2 years
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