Buyer

Western Missouri Medical Center; Warrensburg (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Missouri Medical Center is seeking a full-time Purchasing Clerk to buy materials, supplies and equipment in support of hospital operations and standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication with medical staff and suppliers, and maintaining accurate records while meeting tight deadlines. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and prior hospital purchasing experience or related coursework.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• College level courses desirable in business or marketing; experience as a buyer may substitute.
• Typing skills and computer literacy are desired.
• Must be self-motivated and follow hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist co-workers in the performance of their duties when appropriate.
• Maintain an effective rapport with all external and internal customers which includes but is not limited to patients, medical staff, and all medical center personnel.
• Handle telephone communication with courtesy, accuracy and respect for confidentiality.
• Maintain attendance record as defined by the employee handbook.
• Support the Medical Center's Mission/Vision/Philosophy positively.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other essential duties as assigned.

Skills

Typing skills

Computer literacy

Self-motivated

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College level courses desirable in business or marketing

Experience as a buyer in hospital setting

Job description

PURPOSE STATEMENT

Purchase materials, supplies and equipment as directed, consistent with hospital practices and standards.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Purchase materials, supplies and equipment as directed, consistent with hospital practices and standards.

Essential Functions

• Assist co-workers in the performance of their duties when appropriate.
• Maintain an effective rapport with all external and internal customers which includes but is not limited to patients, medical staff, and all medical center personnel.
• Handle telephone communication with courtesy, accuracy and respect for confidentiality.
• Maintain attendance record as defined by the employee handbook.
• Support the Medical Center's Mission/Vision/Philosophy positively.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other essential duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College level courses desirable in business or marketing preferred. Sufficient previous experience as a buyer, preferably in a hospital setting could replace the college level courses.
• Typing skills and computer literacy desired.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Must be able to sit and stand, intermittent 8 to 10 hours a day.
• Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.
• Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.
• Continuously utilizes manual/bi-manual dexterity, near vision, speech, and hearing.
• Frequently stands, walks, sits and utilizes eye/hand coordination and color definition.
• Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 40 lbs.
• Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.