Purchasing Agent

Onsite role; Non Remote Shift: Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm Pay rate: $21.00 per hour Bonus eligible: No Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being. Medical, dental and vision coverage Paid time off plan Health savings account (HSA) 401k savings plan Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Short- and long-term disability coverage Work-Life resources Paid parental leave Healthy lifestyle programs What Customer Order Management Contributes To Cardinal Health Customer Service is responsible for establishing, maintaining and enhancing customer business through contract administration, customer orders, and problem resolution. Qualifications High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred. Proficient experience using Microsoft Office applications is strongly preferred. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to multitask effectively while managing competing priorities and deadlines. Ability to deliver exceptional customer service by proactively anticipating and addressing customer needs. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment. Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills. Customer/vendor credentialing is required (this may include vaccinations). More details will be provided if you are selected for an interview. Responsibilities Coordinates daily operations of the purchasing functions. Develops a thorough knowledge of the Premier system. Administers, implements, and monitors policies and procedures related to areas of responsibility. Ensures that customer orders are placed and received on schedule and at the correct cost. Assists in the timely resolution of purchase order discrepancies with the Material management team and Accounts Payable staff. Serves as a liaison between Purchasing and all operational areas of the healthcare facility to ensure client satisfaction. Reviews financial and product data to ensure maximum revenue generation and reduction of product cost. Provides project support, communication, and status updates to the Director, Operations Managers, Supervisors/Leads, and team members, including those at off-site locations. Acts as a liaison between Cardinal Health operations and all areas of the healthcare facility to ensure client satisfaction and effective collaboration. Manages purchase order and product follow-up, including pricing verification, order tracking, back order resolution, and SBAR-related communications, as well as other related activities. Complies with all safety policies and procedures, regulatory requirements, and participates in department safety activities. Assist with other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the office and the satisfaction of clients What is expected of you and others at this level Effectively applies knowledge of job and company policies and procedures to complete a variety of assignments In-depth knowledge in technical or specialty area Applies advanced skills to resolve complex problems independentlyMay modify process to resolve situations Works independently within established procedures; may receive general guidance on new assignments May provide general guidance or technical assistance to less experienced team members Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr