Buyer Associate

University of Kentucky; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Beyond Blue is seeking a Buyer Associate to execute day-to-day purchasing operations, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services.

The role processes purchase orders, coordinates stock, non-stock, and capital items, and supports procurement activities through accurate record-keeping and policy compliance. Supervision is provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–2 years of experience in healthcare, clinical settings, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Creates and processes purchase orders following established purchasing procedures.
• Coordinates returns, recalls, and backorders; escalates issues as needed.
• Responds to internal customers and supplier inquiries on order status and timelines.
• Maintains accurate purchasing records for operational reporting.
• Assists with month-end close and procurement record maintenance.
• Investigates returns, recalls and backorders and new supply needs.
• Supports requisitioner training and system navigation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Beyond Blue Job Posting Title: Buyer Associate Requisition Number: R-000005655 Department Name: Work Location: Bellefonte Centre Grade Level: 6 Type of Position: Regular Position Time Status: Full time Equivalency Link https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Shift: Day (United States of America)

Job Summary

Responsible for executing day-to-day purchasing operations, following established procedures and under supervision, to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. Processes purchase orders and coordinates supply arrangements for stock, non-stock, and capital items. Supports procurement activities through accurate record-keeping and compliance with organizational policies. Escalates issues or discrepancies to supervisor as needed.

Essential Functions

• Creates and processes purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established purchasing procedures.
• Coordinates product returns, recalls and backorders, ensuring prompt resolution and compliance with purchasing standards and escalating complex issues to supervisor.
• Responds to internal customer and supplier inquiries regarding order status, delivery timelines, and purchasing processes.
• Maintains accurate purchasing records and documentation to support operational reporting performing routine tasks as assigned and escalating issues to supervisor.
• Assists in month-end close and procurement record maintenance performing routine tasks as assigned and escalating issues to supervisor.
• Investigates and resolves product returns, recalls, backorders, and new supply needs.
• Supports requisitioner training and onboarding by sharing process knowledge and assisting with system navigation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent experience

Experience Requirement

0-2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

N/A

Working Conditions

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 1. Never
• G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never
• I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 1. Never
• K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• L. Loud noises: 1. Never
• M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. Never
• O. Radiation: 1. Never
• P. Burns: 1. Never
• Q. Cuts/Punctures: 1. Never
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 1. Never
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never
• T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never
• U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never
• V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions; intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Purpose-driven work is behind every aspect of our mission to advance Kentucky – from its economy to its health and from its culture to its levels of educational attainment. We're looking for talented, dedicated individuals to help us support this vital mission and make a difference in the lives of Kentuckians and beyond. Join us as we build a future grounded in service, collaboration and excellence, one where your talents help move our Commonwealth forward. Beyond Blue Corporation, an affiliated entity of the University of Kentucky, is a strategic vehicle to support the university's growth. Beyond Blue is a nonprofit company that allows the university to abide by all public entity rules and laws while allowing leaders to have some separation and distinctiveness to focus on one core business. The UK Board of Trustees appoints the Beyond Blue Board of Directors and the directors of any of its subsidiary companies.