Procurement Specialist

City/StateVirginia Beach, VAWork ShiftMultiple shifts availableOverview:OverviewThe Procurement Specialist is responsible for providing purchasing assistance to departmental staff regarding purchasing fundamentals of organization’s practices, procedures, and policies. Under minimal supervision, responsibilities include technical and professional level duties. Subject matter expert (SME) regarding the full procure to pay (P2P) lifecycle.Key ResponsibilitiesActively communicates with internal and external stakeholders at all levels to represent the purchasing department in all forums (group, individual, etc.)Will prioritize, manage, and shift multiple priorities/deadlines as assigned.Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions.Completes daily assigned tasks independently and accuratelyGuides complex purchase requisitions and purchase orders for supplies, equipment, and services.Competently use ERP solution to process orders, document order confirmations, review match exceptions, run reports, and guide end users on the appropriate use of ERP.Effectively verify pricing through Supply Chain’s contract tools, including but not restricted to, contract lifecycle management (CLM), Group Buying Organization (GPO), and ERP solutionsto ensure accuracy of associated purchase orders, items and invoicing. Submit supplier and item modifications through current processes and tools as identified by Procurement for corrective action in the ERP.Reviews quotes for accuracy.Achieve specific purchasing goals and metrics. May also involve assisting to improve established purchasing procedures.Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance as needed.Other RequirementsAssociates degree in a relevant field of study finance, accounting, business management preferred.Certification / LicensureNo specific certification or licensure requiredExperience4+ years of Contracted and Purchased Services and Blanket Purchase Order experience. (healthcare supply chain required)Experience with Workday strongly preferred.3 years healthcare purchasing agent experience (Required)3 years Healthcare Procurement Software Systems/ERP (Required)Experience managing purchase orders, blanket purchase orders, and vendor contractsExperience working in a healthcare supply chain environment sStrong ability to maintain accuracy, compliance, and documentation standardsKey Skills & CompetenciesHigh attention to detail and accuracyStrong understanding of contract terms and purchasing standardsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a remote work environmentStrong computer and system proficiencyExcellent organization, communication, and follow-up skillsWe provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is:$53,248.00-$88,753.60. Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your CareerMedical, Dental, Vision plansAdoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000Paid Time Off and Sick LeavePaid Parental & Family Caregiver LeaveEmergency Backup CareLong-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plansLife Insurance401k/403B with Employer MatchTuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild EducationStudent Debt Pay Down – $10,000Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional developmentPet InsuranceLegal Resources PlanColleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. #J-18808-Ljbffr