Buyer

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals is seeking a buyer responsible for expediting and placing stock and non-stock orders, following up with customers, and managing emergencies, complaints, returns, credits, and pricing discrepancies. The role supports procurement activities across WakeMed's operating budget, overseeing purchases above $100 million.

Candidates with a high school diploma (associate degree preferred) and 2+ years in supply ordering, expediting, and healthcare are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• 2 years in supply ordering and expediting preferred.
• 2 years in customer service preferred.
• 2 years in healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Expedite and place stock and non-stock orders and follow up with customers.
• Handle emergencies, complaints, returns, credits and pricing discrepancies.

Skills

Customer service

Expediting

Procurement

Healthcare domain

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree

Job description

Overview

The Buyer is responsible for expediting and placing stock and non-stock orders, following up with customers, handling emergencies, complaints, returns, credits and pricing discrepancies. Manages multiple duties while working suppliers, visitors, and customers. Responsible for procuring and expediting in excess of $100 million of WakeMed's stock and non-stock operating budget.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Certified Supply Chain Professional Preferred Certified Materials & Resource Professional Preferred Certified Professional in Supply Management Preferred

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Associate's Degree Preferred

Experience

2 Years Supply Ordering and Expediting Preferred 2 Years Customer Service Preferred 2 Years Healthcare Preferred