Buyer - Purchasing - Full Time 8 Hours Days (7:00am To 3:30pm) (non-union, Non-exempt)

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Arcadia, California, US
Base: $23.83 - $31.28 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
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Resolve emergencies related to supplies
Develop and implement annual operating budget
Process purchase orders and requisitions
The Buyer position at USC Arcadia Hospital involves sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing medical supplies and equipment, ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines and vendor relationships. The ideal candidate should have at least two years of experience in Materials Management and a high school diploma, with a preference for an associate's degree

Job Summary

  • This position performs Purchasing assignments of a complex nature, responsible for sourcing, bidding, negotiating, and purchasing all stock, no-stock items, medical/surgical supplies, equipment, services, and instruments.
  • Essential job functions include resolving emergencies related to acquiring and distributing supplies, assisting with budget development and tracking, and clearing buyer exceptions and invoices within three working days.
  • The role requires maintaining professional work habits, organizing workload, setting priorities, and ensuring timely completion of assignments while promoting a positive and safe work environment.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The Buyer position at USC Arcadia Hospital involves sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing medical supplies and equipment, ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines and vendor relationships. The ideal candidate should have at least two years of experience in Materials Management and a high school diploma, with a preference for an associate's degree.

Salary

Base: $23.83 - $31.28 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Resolve emergencies related to supplies
  • Develop and implement annual operating budget
  • Process purchase orders and requisitions
  • Negotiate with vendors for cost containment
  • Ensure compliance with GPO and local contracts
  • Resolve out-of-stock and backorder issues

Nice-to-have

  • Promote positive and safe work environment
  • Maintain professional work habits
  • Adapt well to change
  • Active team member participation

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Two (2) years’ experience in Material Management
  • Associate’s Degree preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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