Buyer

Christian Health; Wyckoff (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted health insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

401k plan for employees 21+

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Free onsite parking on campus

Free meals for all employees

Job summary

Christian Health is seeking a full-time Buyer in the Material Management department to oversee purchasing, inventory control, and cost-containment initiatives across our campuses. You will process requisitions, evaluate bids, coordinate with Finance, and ensure timely deliveries of supplies and equipment to support patient care.

The role requires 3 years of purchasing experience in healthcare, strong analytical skills, and the ability to negotiate terms while maintaining compliance with

Qualifications

• Three years experience in Purchasing; healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of purchasing and inventory management.
• Willingness to learn and operate a computer.
• A flexible service oriented attitude.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to analyze pricing, purchasing activity, inventory levels, utilization, and financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Consults with hospital personnel and provides information related to products, specifications, sources, availability, and other requested information.
• Processes daily purchase requisitions for uniforms, supplies and equipment in conformity with established Christian Health policies and procedures.
• Consults with Finance department to ensure accurate and timely information exchange for resident billing, accounts payable procedures, purchase order procedure, inventory and budget preparation and monitoring.
• Serves other departments in an advisory capacity in the purchase of supplies and equipment.
• Updates and monitors backorder report. Communicates anticipated delays and substitutions to appropriate department.
• Initiates, negotiates, processes and assists in the summation of bids for supplies and equipment as requested.
• Ensures that supplies/equipment are received in a timely manner by coordinating purchases with the requisitioner and vendor/manufacturer.
• Assists Department Director to assure that procurement procedures meet the needs of the facility.
• Resolves and approves invoice discrepancies with accounts payable.
• Responsible for the investigation of supplies and materials. This involves new products and product utilization review in quality, design, and packaging.
• Generates, reviews, and reconciles month-end reports related to purchasing, inventory, patient care supplies, and other departmental activities.
• Assists the Director of Materials Management with special projects, purchasing analysis, cost-containment initiatives, facility integrations, and other departmental priorities as assigned.
• Evaluates Group Purchasing Organizations, bulk purchasing etc. makes recommendations to management.
• Evaluates monthly patient care supply reports for all facilities and identifies changes in utilization, purchasing patterns, costs, and opportunities for standardization or savings.
• Assists Director with Product Selection committee. Arranges demonstration of new products and equipment for appropriate staff. Establishes policies and procedures for product selection.
• Revises Slow Moving inventory and recommends appropriate action.
• Handles petty cash.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Healthcare procurement

Inventory management

Price negotiation

Analytical skills

Independent decision-making

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

When determining a base salary or hourly rate, several factors may be considered as applicable such as years of relevant experience, education, credentials.

About Christian Health:

We have had the privilege of caring for those in need for more than a century. Founded on the belief that everyone has the right to exceptional care, today we continue to provide quality care and services for our many residents, patients, and clients. Caring is not simply what we do, it is who we are.

Why Join Our Team:

Join an award-winning workplace. Named one of NJBIZ’s 2026 Best Places to Work in New Jersey, Christian Health offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference. Across our twelve campuses, eleven communities, six service offerings, and hospital, we are ultimately one unified team. Together, we nurture a compassionate, collaborative culture that enables continuous improvement and allows our team members to learn, grow, and shine in their careers. Surround yourself with people who care about making a difference – come join us!

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Buyer in our Material Management department. The Buyer assists the Director of Materials Management with activities associated with the procurement process, ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and efficient acquisition of supplies and equipment. The Buyer processes purchase requisitions, solicits and evaluates quotations, monitors inventory and backorders, supports product standardization and facility integration initiatives, and assists with purchasing, inventory, and expense management across the organization. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Christian Health.

• Consults with hospital personnel and provides information related to products, specifications, sources, availability, and other requested information.
• Processes daily purchase requisitions for uniforms, supplies and equipment in conformity with established Christian Health policies and procedures.
• Consults with Finance department to ensure accurate and timely information exchange for resident billing, accounts payable procedures, purchase order procedure, inventory and budget preparation and monitoring.
• Serves other departments in an advisory capacity in the purchase of supplies and equipment.
• Updates and monitors backorder report. Communicates anticipated delays and substitutions to appropriate department.
• Initiates, negotiates, processes and assists in the summation of bids for supplies and equipment as requested.
• Ensures that supplies/equipment are received in a timely manner by coordinating purchases with the requisitioner and vendor/manufacturer.
• Assists Department Director to assure that procurement procedures meet the needs of the facility.
• Resolves and approves invoice discrepancies with accounts payable.
• Responsible for the investigation of supplies and materials. This involves new products and product utilization review in quality, design, and packaging.
• Generates, reviews, and reconciles month-end reports related to purchasing, inventory, patient care supplies, and other departmental activities.
• Assists the Director of Materials Management with special projects, purchasing analysis, cost-containment initiatives, facility integrations, and other departmental priorities as assigned.
• Evaluates Group Purchasing Organizations, bulk purchasing etc. makes recommendations to management.
• Evaluates monthly patient care supply reports for all facilities and identifies changes in utilization, purchasing patterns, costs, and opportunities for standardization or savings.
• Assists Director with Product Selection committee. Arranges demonstration of new products and equipment for appropriate staff. Establishes policies and procedures for product selection.
• Revises Slow Moving inventory and recommends appropriate action.
• Handles petty cash.

Qualifications:

• Three years experience in Purchasing; healthcare setting preferred.
• Self-starter with excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of purchasing and inventory management.
• Willingness to learn and operate a computer.
• A flexible service oriented attitude.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to analyze pricing, purchasing activity, inventory levels, utilization, and financial reports.
• Ability to negotiate pricing and purchasing terms and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action in a timely manner.

Schedule: Full Time 9am-5pm, Monday - Friday.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.

Christian Health offers a wide variety of benefits to full-time employees that includes:

• Discounted health insurance
• Paid Vacation, Personal days, Holidays and New Jersey Sick leave
• 401k plan for all employees who are 21 years old or older
• Group Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union
• Child Day Care Center on campus
• Gift shop on campus
• Free onsite parking on campus
• Free meals for all employees
• Pay differentials
• Exclusive employee discounts and special offers
• Access to earned wages prior to payday