Associate Buyer - Supply Chain Specialist

Associate Buyer - Supply Chain Specialist

Moclips, WA $45,599 - $63,599 a year

Full Time

Join a dynamic healthcare organization in the Pacific Northwest region as an Associate Buyer, playing a vital role in managing procurement and inventory for medical and operational supplies. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager and Supervisor, you will oversee inventory levels, process supply requisitions, and ensure timely, compliant, and cost-effective purchasing to support clinical operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procure approved items using ERP requisition workflows and vendor punchout systems.
• Ensure compliance with group purchasing contracts, public policies, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable to verify order accuracy and prompt payment.
• Manage product returns, recalls, exchanges, and backorders, communicating updates to relevant teams.
• Anticipate supply needs and proactively notify management and internal customers of potential disruptions.
• Monitor and update inventory locations and collaborate on product conversions.
• Support inventory control efforts and assist with freight check-in, transfers, and stocking as needed.
• Maintain and update ERP system data, including item master files and supply templates.
• Contribute to ERP system enhancements and data integrity projects.
• 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 policy development.

Education and Experience:

• 1–2 years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, or inventory management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables.
• Experience in healthcare or clinical settings is highly 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 attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills across clinical and non-clinical teams.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Workday.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving in supply-sensitive environments.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

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

This role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a healthcare organization dedicated to building the healthiest community in the Pacific Northwest, with a warm and collaborative work environment.