What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUYER position at Morris Hospital?
- DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
- Processes purchase requisitions from hospital departments including the Family Health Centers. Creates purchase orders from purchase requisitions. Maintains records and reports as needed. Reviews catalogs/internet to obtain correct item numbers and descriptions. Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price, availability and a delivery schedule. Determines method of purchase, either purchase order, credit card or cash. Maintains manual or computerized procurement records, such as items or services purchased, cost, delivery, product information. Calls vendors to arrange for unacceptable product returns or services rendered. May approve invoices for payment.
- Review new product requests and set up and assign item numbers as needed. Insures that all dictionaries are correct anytime orders being placed. Insures that all department stock dictionaries are maintained as orders are being placed. Reviews order confirmations, items on backorder and substituted items to ensure Hospital needs and standards are met. Works with Department Managers/Administration to maintain department service contracts. This to include calling for renewals of agreements, maintaining accurate records to prevent contracts from expiring or automatically renewing themselves.
- QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional/Educational
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of Healthcare Purchasing.
- Computer skills as they relate to purchasing.
- Current, valid State of Illinois driver's license.
- Personal
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with others.
Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers offers a comprehensive benefit package including:
- Medical, dental, vision plans
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan, including immediate 100% vesting
- Life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Nurse residency program
- Wellness program
- Health club / gym membership reimbursement
- Reward & Recognition programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
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