Buyer II Purchasing

Catholic Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Health in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Purchasing/Materials Management professional to purchase assigned commodities and services at the right quantity, price, quality and delivery, while ensuring compliance with the organization’s Policies and Healthcare requirements.

The role requires an Associates degree in Purchasing/Materials Management (Bachelor's preferred), CPM certification desired, and a minimum of two years' experience with materials management systems.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required, Purchasing/Materials Management field preferred.
• Bachelors Degree in Business or Purchasing/Materials Management field preferred.
• Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Purchase assigned commodities and services at the appropriate quantity, price, quality and delivery, and ensure compliance with Policies and Procedures and health care requirements.

Skills

Excel Pivot Tables

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Leadership

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

CPM certification preferred

Tools

Materials Management software

Job description

Facility: Administrative Regional Training Cntr

Shift: Shift 1

Status: Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates

Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No

Work Schedule: Days

Hours: 8a-4p

Summary

To purchase assigned commodities and services at the appropriate quantity, price, quality and delivery, and to assure that all purchases are made in compliance with the applicable Policies and Procedures and health care requirements.

Responsibilities

Education

• Associates degree required, Purchasing/Materials Management field preferred
• Bachelors Degree in Business or Purchasing/Materials Management field preferred
• Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) certification preferred

Experience

• Minimum two (2) years experience in Purchasing/Materials Management
• Experience with Materials Management software system
• Demonstrated experience in cost saving achievements
• Healthcare experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Ability

• Strong Microsoft Office Skills (Excel Pivot Tables & Graphs)
• Strong problem solving capability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong project management and customer service skills
• Good analytical skills
• Good presentation skills
• Good leadership skills

Working Conditions

Environment

• Sitting extensively in meetings, sitting behind computer.
• Attendance at inter-departmental meetings.
• Travel may be required among CH organizations and sites.