Purchasing Assistant

Job Summary: The Purchasing Assistant is responsible for all aspects of the procurement process for operating room supplies, non-capital equipment and repairs. Places and confirms purchase orders, tracks deliveries, follows up on back ordered items, maintains supplier relationships, and ensures accurate records within the facility's computer system. Processes bill only orders and reconciles with business office. Monitors and replenishes perpetual inventory items including regularly scheduled physical counts. This role involves coordinating with surgical staff to determine needs, assisting with vendor communication for product information, resolving discrepancies with Accounts Payable. Works closely with the Hospital Purchasing and Value Analysis teams to ensure contracted price and appropriate approvals are obtained. Conducts inventory scans to trigger replenishment orders as needed and provides coverage for inventory tasks during other employees paid time off. Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree and two years relevant experience (preferably in a healthcare setting) or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus excellent written/oral communication, analytical and computer skills required. Preferred Qualifications: Purchasing and/or materials management experience, familiarity with Microsoft 365 suite, business objects and tableau preferred. Experience in Lawson Materials Management software desirable Work Days: M-F 7:00am-3:30pm occasional overtime based on operational needs #J-18808-Ljbffr SUNY Upstate Medical University