Senior Buyer

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

  

 

 

 

The Senior Buyer is responsible for procuring supplies/services and ongoing monitoring of Procurement’s transactional operations. The Works closely with vendors and hospital leaders to ensure transactions and processes are aligned. Develops strategies to optimize procurement processes.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage recall notifications and internal communication process

• Participates on assigned Value Analysis Work Teams

• Collects, evaluates and compares pricing and other variables to perform cost analysis for the Purchasing Service Line Managers

• Handles Backorders and Substitute product approvals and works on communication with Purchasing Service Line Manager

• Participates in vendor discussions such as negotiations, in-services, reprimands and other necessary discussions

• Manages and maintains consignment orders, replacement and all relevant tracking

• Provide assistance and coverage with Buyers as necessary

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Requires walking for up to 8 hours per day, 4 hours at a time; standing for up to 8 hours per day, 4 hours at a time; sitting for up to 8 hours per day, 4 hours at a time. Frequent fingering, handling and twisting and turning. Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull and hold approximately 30 pounds.  Occasional reaching above shoulder level, bending, crouching, climbing stairs and ladders up to 30 feet and climbing stairs.  Hearing as it relates to normal conversation.  Seeing as it relates to normal vision, perceiving objects, scenery and print.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree preferred in business management, supply chain management, or related field.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

5 years of experience in procurement/ purchasing department. Healthcare industry preferred. Experience of setting up or running a function serving customer's needs (SLA-driven performance management). Supply chain analytics, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to determine and review complex requirements for systems. Strong collaboration and relationship management skills.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.  Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.  Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.  It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.  Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.