Purchaser – Asc

Overview

• Lead enterprise-wide procurement and inventory management processes to ensure cost-effectiveness, standardization, and timely delivery of services.
• Focus on vendor supply and purchasing, ensuring efficient operations in a healthcare setting.
• Collaborate with administrators, managers, and physicians to meet organizational objectives.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for procurement and inventory management.
• Enhance distribution methodologies across multi-facility environments for cost-effective operations.
• Provide leadership and support in navigating purchasing systems and related programs.
• Ensure compliance with procurement standards and drive system standardization.
• Occasional travel to other sites to oversee operations and ensure consistency.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage centralized material management systems, including purchasing, inventory management, and costing functions.
• Oversee procurement processes for medical, surgical, and other supplies, including capital procurements.
• Identify process deficiencies and implement improvements for operational efficiency.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure cost-efficiency and timely delivery of services.
• Collaborate with facility administrators to develop effective distribution methodologies.
• Provide training and support for purchasing systems and related programs.
• Standardize distribution systems across multi-facility environments to optimize operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by corporate officers.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in a relevant field.
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in purchasing and sourcing within a healthcare setting.
• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience, demonstrating leadership and management skills.
• Strong understanding of equipment components and surgical supplies/commodities.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including spreadsheets and database management.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
• Proven ability to form collaborative team relationships with diverse stakeholders.