Buyer

nyp; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is hiring a Buyer to manage and coordinate purchasing of goods and services across departments. You will place orders using MMIS systems and supplier communications, ensuring timely delivery and visibility of all assigned commodities.

The role requires 3–5 years of purchasing experience, a high school diploma, and strong knowledge of Lawson ERP. On-site work is required, with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within NYP.

Qualifications

• High School Degree
• 3–5 years of purchasing or equivalent business environment experience
• Strong working knowledge of Lawson or similar integrated ERP procurement systems

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinates purchasing of goods and services via MMIS and supplier organizations.
• Place purchase orders promptly based on electronic (EDI) or manual requisitions from end-user departments.
• Maintain visibility for all assigned commodities to ensure supplies are available when needed.
• Assist other strategic sourcing staff with contract issues and pricing concerns.

Skills

Purchasing experience

MS Excel

ERP knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

CPM/APEX credentialing

Tools

Lawson ERP

Job description

Location

New York, New York

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Description: Discover Where Amazing Works

The Department of Pharmacy is an integrated department with a centralized structure that provides service to all centers of NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital (NYP). The scope of services span numerous dimensions including clinical, policy/guideline development, distributive, quality, financial, information technology, education, and research.

Buyer

Manage and coordinates all the purchasing of goods and services via active engagement of purchasing transactions within the Materials Management Information System (MMIS) and with our supplier organizations. Key point of contact with the hospital departments concerning their orders. Responsible for the timely placement of purchase orders based on electronic (EDI and other) and manual (fax, paper) requisitions from end- user departments, capital improvement groups, PAR and general stores locations. Maintains visibility for all assigned commodities to ensure that supplies are available when needed. Assist as needed other strategic sourcing staff in contract related issues and pricing concerns. Resolves issues around payments, non-receipts, damages/returns and priority orders, as required.

Preferred Criteria

• CPM and/or APEX credentialing
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• Good knowledge of MS Office Suite, especially Excel, to pull and arrange data and other information needed for analysis

Required Criteria

• High School Degree
• A minimum of 3-5 years of work experience in purchasing or equivalent business environment
• Strong working knowledge of Lawson or similar integrated ERP procurement systems

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$66,300-$89,000/Annual

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.