What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer (Materials Management) position at University Hospital, Newark NJ?
Overview
Manages and procures medical and surgical supplies for all areas under the purview of Materials Management, including but not limited to General Stores and Peri-op.
Responsibilities
- Initiates purchase orders and procures all Materials Management supplies and maintains adequate supply levels to service University Hospital.
- Solicits and analyzes quotations, changing sources of supply, when appropriate, for better price, delivery and quantity, making certain that determinations are consistent with statutory requirements and the policies and procedures established by the University Hospital.
- Meets with vendor/reps for new product presentations and updates on equipment and medical/surgical supplies.
- Identifies, documents, communicates, and resolves all backorder issues in a timely manner.
- Reconciles and tracks purchases on a daily basis. Provides plans for stock levels, reacting to change in demands and logistics. Recommends measures to ensure and improve product availability to prevent stock outs.
- Prepares supplies and stock for return to vendors for credit.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate field, plus one (1) year buying experience, preferably in a hospital setting. Experience in hospital and research-related purchasing is a plus. Computer literacy is required.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and computerized purchasing applications are preferred. Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.Credential Required: Bachelor’s Degree
Primary Source Verification: University Hospital's designated Background Check Company
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Position requires standing two-thirds (2/3) of the time, walking two-thirds (2/3) of the time, requires sitting one-third (1/3) of the time, use of hands to finger, handle or feel over two-thirds (2/3) of the time, reach with hands and arms, one-third (1/3) of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl one-third (1/3) of the time, talk or hear over two-thirds (2/3) of the time. Position requires lifting up to ten (10) lbs. up to one-third (1/3) of the time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Moderates noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).
