What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Analyst position at Vizient, Inc.?
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Summary:
In this role, you will collaborate with Provista's national accounts team to oversee the entire purchasing process for supplies, including P2P item master maintenance. You will ensure contract compliance, conduct product research to maximize cost savings, and serve as a trusted advisor in implementing best practices that align with our clients' material management goals. Additionally, you will coordinate operations across multiple accounts, providing direction and support for daily functions while driving process improvements and enhancing efficiency.
Responsibilities:
Function as the account coordinator to ensure smooth operations across procurement accounts and maintain regular communication with management.
Assist in onboarding new procurement accounts and provide ongoing support for their success.
Lead technology implementations, such as Smartsheet and Zendesk, to improve team efficiency and KPI reporting.
Oversee the Material Management system, including order confirmation, pricing, backorders, and product substitutions.
Process item add requests within the designated P2P platform, adhering to product standards and leveraging analytical tools.
Conduct data analysis and develop dashboards and reports to share insights with stakeholders and support decision-making.
Maintain strong customer relations through active communication and resolution of inquiries regarding backorders, pricing, and contract disputes.
Collaborate with vendor representatives and suggest product crossovers to enhance contract compliance and cost savings.
Monitor ordering processes, recommend best practices for cost-saving opportunities.
Provide training, education, and updates on product offerings, Envi reporting, and best practices to drive continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
Relevant degree preferred.
2 or more years of relevant experience required.
Experience working with Envi strongly preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required (LOOKUPS and Pivot Tables).
Knowledge of medical products preferred.
Strong critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to research and resolve product or customer issues independently.
Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and customers.
Highly dependable, self-motivated, and capable of prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines efficiently.
Estimated Hiring Range:
At Vizient, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances. The current salary range for this role is $51,900.00 to $87,900.00.This position is also incentive eligible.
Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:
http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers
Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.
Salary : $51,900 - $87,900
