Purchasing Specialist - Fairview Health Services
St Paul, MN
About the Job
Overview
This position is responsible for following product sourcing requests at all steps of the procure-to-pay process. Additionally, coordinate accurate order and item information with inter-and inner-departmental contacts.
Responsibilities Job Description
+ Responsible for processing end-user initiated Purchase Orders for assigned commodities, including routine, capital and emergency
+ Respond to manufacturer backorders by researching and identifying suitable product substitutions when system standard approved products are not available.
+ Provide substitute product recommendations to Portfolio Managers when clinical effectiveness must be evaluated.
+ Research, understand, and share payment terms and freight costs for substitute products and emergency/ad hoc orders.
+ Follow established processes to ensure proper steps of the PO to Payment workflow is followed, which includes but is not limited to: expediting orders, research and reconcile receiving issues, pricing discrepancies, and resolve any product order concerns.
+ Establish new, and maintain existing, customer accounts with vendors.
+ Process PO confirmations for all PO’s processed through various dispatch methods.
+ Communicate with end users the status of orders as necessary.
+ Work closely with Contract Administration regarding contract availability, terms and pricing.
+ Work closely with appropriate vendors, Site Supply Chain, Accounts Payable, and end users to resolve all discrepancies in a timely manner.
Understand and act on product conversions and strategic initiatives as directed
Qualifications
+ Purchasing/Supply Chain knowledge and experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.
+ Ability to work independently, problem-solve and make decisions.
+ Must possess critical thinking, prioritization and organization skills.
+ Must be able to attend to multiple tasks and time sensitive tasks simultaneously and react appropriately to all emergencies.
+ Knowledge of process improvement techniques.
+ Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
+ Must demonstrate superior customer service skills
+ Woek Effectively in a team environment
+ RequiredEducation• BA in Business OR – 5 years related experience in lieu of degreeExperience• 3+ years Purchasing/Supply Chain experience, preferably in healthcare License/Certification/Registration• NonePreferredEducation• BA in Business or related fieldExperience• 7 years Purchasing/Supply Chain experience, preferably in healthcareLicense/Certification/Registration• None
EEO Statement
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
This position is responsible for following product sourcing requests at all steps of the procure-to-pay process. Additionally, coordinate accurate order and item information with inter-and inner-departmental contacts.
Responsibilities Job Description
+ Responsible for processing end-user initiated Purchase Orders for assigned commodities, including routine, capital and emergency
+ Respond to manufacturer backorders by researching and identifying suitable product substitutions when system standard approved products are not available.
+ Provide substitute product recommendations to Portfolio Managers when clinical effectiveness must be evaluated.
+ Research, understand, and share payment terms and freight costs for substitute products and emergency/ad hoc orders.
+ Follow established processes to ensure proper steps of the PO to Payment workflow is followed, which includes but is not limited to: expediting orders, research and reconcile receiving issues, pricing discrepancies, and resolve any product order concerns.
+ Establish new, and maintain existing, customer accounts with vendors.
+ Process PO confirmations for all PO’s processed through various dispatch methods.
+ Communicate with end users the status of orders as necessary.
+ Work closely with Contract Administration regarding contract availability, terms and pricing.
+ Work closely with appropriate vendors, Site Supply Chain, Accounts Payable, and end users to resolve all discrepancies in a timely manner.
Understand and act on product conversions and strategic initiatives as directed
Qualifications
+ Purchasing/Supply Chain knowledge and experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.
+ Ability to work independently, problem-solve and make decisions.
+ Must possess critical thinking, prioritization and organization skills.
+ Must be able to attend to multiple tasks and time sensitive tasks simultaneously and react appropriately to all emergencies.
+ Knowledge of process improvement techniques.
+ Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
+ Must demonstrate superior customer service skills
+ Woek Effectively in a team environment
+ RequiredEducation• BA in Business OR – 5 years related experience in lieu of degreeExperience• 3+ years Purchasing/Supply Chain experience, preferably in healthcare License/Certification/Registration• NonePreferredEducation• BA in Business or related fieldExperience• 7 years Purchasing/Supply Chain experience, preferably in healthcareLicense/Certification/Registration• None
EEO Statement
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Source : Fairview Health Services
