Associate Buyer - Healthcare Supply Chain

Join a dynamic healthcare organization in the Pacific Northwest region as an Associate Buyer, playing a vital role in ensuring the smooth procurement and management of medical and operational supplies. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager and Supervisor, you will oversee inventory levels, process supply requisitions, and maintain cost-effective purchasing practices using advanced ERP systems like Workday.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for managing perpetual, par, and periodic inventories, coordinating vendor relations, and supporting clinical operations through timely and compliant purchasing. You will also identify opportunities for process improvements and assist with system upgrades to enhance supply chain efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Procure formulary and approved items using Workday requisition workflows and punchout integrations.
• Ensure compliance with group purchasing organization contracts, public policies, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable to verify coding, pricing, and timely payment of orders.
• Manage product returns, recalls, exchanges, and backorders, communicating updates to relevant teams.
• Anticipate supply needs and proactively inform management and internal customers of potential disruptions.
• Monitor and update PAR locations and main stores, working closely with departments during product conversions.
• Support inventory management efforts alongside Inventory Control Specialists.
• Assist with freight check-in, department transfers, and stocking as needed.
• Maintain and update Workday ERP system data, including item master data and supply templates.
• Contribute to future ERP buildouts and data conversions in collaboration with IT and supply chain teams.
• Identify and recommend process improvements within supply chain workflows.
• Make informed decisions regarding supply shortages and recommend solutions based on data analysis.
• Lead tasks or projects as assigned and assist in developing departmental policies and procedures.
• Collaborate on vendor setup and account maintenance.

Education and Experience

• 1-2 years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, or inventory management.
• 1-2 years of proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables.
• Experience in healthcare or clinical settings is strongly preferred.
• Associate's degree in business, supply chain, healthcare administration, or related field preferred.
• Certified Materials & Resource Professional (CMRP) certification is a plus but not required.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Experience with Workday or similar ERP systems.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills across clinical and non-clinical teams.
• Understanding of clinical product usage and its impact on purchasing decisions.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills in supply-sensitive environments.

Work Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, employee wellness programs, and more.