Hybrid Supply Chain Buyer – Temp

at Memorial Hermann Health System

• Job title: Supply Chain Buyer – Temp
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Associate's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Houston, United States

About the role

• Buyer at Memorial Hermann managing procurement of supplies and services. Focused on healthcare purchasing regulations and collaborating with finance for vendor payments.

Responsibilities

• Under general direction, the Buyer reviews, regulates, and purchases material, equipment, general/specialties supplies and services in accordance with purchasing regulations, audit controls, corporate procedures and policies.
• Responsible for generating purchase orders, placing and expediting orders, responding to back orders and vendor or customer errors, and collaborating with finance to help assure timely payments to vendors.
• Must also support customers with the sourcing of supplies and equipment.
• Serves as primary information resource for departments on supplies and equipment.
• Develops and maintains necessary records and files for efficient operation.
• Must be able to communicate with all levels of management and staff.

Requirements

• Associates degree in business, logistics, supply chain management, business administration or related field; In lieu of degree, two (2) years of supply chain management, procurement or purchasing preferably in healthcare environment
• Licenses and certifications will be dependent on assigned area: Certified Materials & Resource Professional (CMRP) through the American Hospital Association preferred
• GHX Order Center certification preferred for Materials Management departments
• Current clinical certification and/or license for buyers supporting clinical areas
• Three (3) years of purchasing experience, preferably in healthcare
• Clinical experience highly preferred for areas such as: operating room, pharmacy, cardiac cath lab, imaging etc
• Strong computer skills, must demonstrate the ability to navigate Lawson, GHX Order Center, Pyxis or current system in place at the assigned department
• Must be able to communicate effectively through phone and email, provide excellent customer service, negotiate effectively, be highly organized, strong analytical skills, pay attention to detail and execute tactical plans
• Possesses understanding of contracts and inventory management
• Exhibited follow through, organizational skills, problem solving skills, and able to set priorities
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule

Benefits

• Eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision coverage