EXPEDITOR

Expeditor

The Expeditor will perform purchase order generation, expediting and purchase order/invoice reconciliation. The Expeditor also identifies/recommends purchasing cost improvements that support the operations of the company and guarantees timely and efficient assistance to the customers served. The Expeditor serves in a critical staff role responsible for coordinating all hospital requisitions and activating/transmitting all subsequent purchase orders in support of the daily buying needs of all hospital campuses and satellite facilities. The Expeditor is charged with producing the most efficient means of executing buying transactions through the use of software systems and recommended ordering techniques.

Essential Job Functions

• Oversees vendor selection
• Consults with department managers and surgeons to determine product, equipment, and service requirements
• Consults with vendors
• Maintains records
• Orders supplies
• Assists the Recall coordinator with the collection and return of manufacturer's recalled items
• Coordinate with Safety Department
• Other duties as assigned.
• Executes the procurement requisitioning process.
• Processes all returns to vendors.
• Expedites the return of defective products or merchandise in need of repair.
• Monitors the procurement process and procurement issues.
• Executes routine orders.
• Facilitates the timely payment of invoices that do not conform to the computerized matching function.
• Provides support to Contract Managers and Director as requested.

Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]

Required Qualifications/Experience

• High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.
• Experience in procurement, supply chain, customer service or equivalent.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in business, supply chain, or equivalent preferred.
• 1 - 3 years' experience in business, supply chain, or equivalent
• Experience in Healthcare setting.

License, Certification & Clearances

• Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system

Equal Employment Opportunity

Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Extreme Heat - X

Extreme Cold - X

Heights - X

Confined Spaces - X

Extreme Noise(>85dB) - X

Mechanical Hazards - X - X

Use of Vibrating Tools - X

Operates Vehicle (company) - X

Operates Heavy Equipment - X

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices - X

Rotates All Shifts - X

8 Hours Shifts - X - X - X

10-12 Hours Shifts - X - X

On-Call - X

Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk) - X - X

Travel Between Sites - X - X

Direct Patient Care - X

Respirator Protective Equipment - X

Eye Protection - X

Head Protection (hard hat) - X

Hearing Protection - X

Hand Protection - X

Feet, Toe Protection - X

Body Protection - X

Latex Exposure - X

Solvent Exposure - X

Paint (direct use) Exposure - X

Dust (sanding) Exposure - X

Ethylene Oxide Exposure - X

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure - X

Blood/Body Fluid Exposure - X

Chemicals (direct use) Exposure - X

Mist Exposure - X

Wax Stripper (direct use) - X

Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure - X

Ionizing Radiation Exposure - X

Laser Exposure - X

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. - Physical Condition - Essential - Marginal - Constantly - Frequently - Occasionally - Rarely - Never

Bending (Stooping) - X - X

Sitting - X - X

Walking - X - X

Climbing Stairs - X - X

Climbing Ladders - X

Standing - X - X

Kneeling - X - X

Squatting (Crouching) - X - X

Twisting/Turning - X - X

Keyboard/Computer Operation - X - X

Gross Grasp - X - X

Fine Finger Manipulation - X - X

Hand/Arm Coordination - X - X

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) - X - X

Carry - X - X

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients - X

Seeing Near w/Acuity - X - X

Feeling (Sensation) - X - X

Color Vision - X - X

Hearing Clearly - X - X

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead - X

Reaching Above Shoulder Level - X

Reaching Forward - X - X

Lifting Floor to Knuckle - 10# - X - X

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle - 10# - X

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder - 10# - X

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead - ### - X

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of