What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer Sr position at Walker Healthforce?
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Senior Buyer | Irving, TX | Contract
Walker Healthforce is seeking a Senior Buyer for a healthcare client located in Irving, TX. This is a contract position.
START DATE: ASAP
Walker Healthforce Standard Perks:
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB REQUIREMENTS
PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS
Contact our Recruiting Team today to experience the Walker Healthforce difference!
ABOUT US
Walker Healthforce is known as the dominant force of performance, precision, expertise, and integrity in the healthcare consulting community! As a certified WMBE, we provide end-to-end healthcare IT and clinical solutions to hospitals, health systems, and payer organizations, including Fortune 100 firms nationwide. We are healthcare experts, we’re custom not commodity and we’ve been exceeding expectations for nearly 20 years. Join forces with us to experience unparalleled results today!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.
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Walker Healthforce is seeking a Senior Buyer for a healthcare client located in Irving, TX. This is a contract position.
START DATE: ASAP
Walker Healthforce Standard Perks:
- Weekly pay via Direct Deposit
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Available
- 401K
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Creates and communicates end-of-day productivity reports.
- Processes purchase requests, ensuring timely and accurate order confirmations.
- Resolves order issues, including STAT requests, delivery delays, and vendor follow-ups.
- Manages substitute sourcing and engages vendors for alternatives when needed.
- Prevents aging unconfirmed orders by ensuring prompt vendor confirmations.
- Monitors and responds to regional email requests, ensuring SLA compliance.
- Manages product returns while minimizing freight costs.
- Resolves GHX exceptions and ensures accurate invoice matching.
- Utilizes Master Data Management (MDM) for data integrity updates.
- Researches discontinued items and resolves weekly expedite report issues.
- Assists with vendor report management and purchase line closures.
- Supports the Annual Human Tissue Certification Process.
- Trains new associates and participates in process improvement initiatives.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- 4 years of experience in related field required
- Good organizational skills and experience in collaborating with teams toward measured outcomes.
PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum 1 – 2 years of purchasing experience preferred
Contact our Recruiting Team today to experience the Walker Healthforce difference!
ABOUT US
Walker Healthforce is known as the dominant force of performance, precision, expertise, and integrity in the healthcare consulting community! As a certified WMBE, we provide end-to-end healthcare IT and clinical solutions to hospitals, health systems, and payer organizations, including Fortune 100 firms nationwide. We are healthcare experts, we’re custom not commodity and we’ve been exceeding expectations for nearly 20 years. Join forces with us to experience unparalleled results today!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.
#IND1
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