Buyer - Purchasing (Full-Time, Days)

Enloe Health; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$0 premium medical plan with vision

Prescription and dental insurance

Retirement with employer match

Generous paid time off

Extended Sick Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Enloe Health in Chico, CA is seeking a Buyer to manage procurement for all departments. The role ensures transactions are legal, ethical, and aligned with Enloe policies and the Purchasing Department objectives.

The ideal candidate will have an AA in business/healthcare or related field (or 1 year procurement experience) and strong communication skills, with preferred further education in a related field.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in business, healthcare, supply chain, or related field, or 1 year procurement-related experience.
• Experience in healthcare procurement is preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills; ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Procure goods and services for all Enloe Medical Center departments.
• Ensure procurement transactions comply with Enloe policies and procedures.
• Maintain ethics and integrity in procurement processes.
• Collaborate with staff to identify needs and develop solutions.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in business/healthcare/supply chain

Bachelor's degree or higher (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

ENL Purchasing Department
Compensation Range
$25.93 - $35.01
Your rate of pay will be based on applicable experience
Shift: Day Shift length:
Days off: Fixed If fixed, days off: Saturday & Sunday
Hours per pay period: 80
Enloe Health is a Level II Trauma Center located in beautiful Northern California. We offer a full array of medical services, and our mission is to elevate the health of the communities we serve. As a Planetree organization, we place high value on hiring the right team to care for our patients and their families - care that is steeped in compassion, human connection, and mutual support. If you feel called to make a meaningful impact through empathetic, person-centered care, and thrive in a culture that values collaboration and purpose, we welcome you to join our team.
Position Summary
The Buyer is responsible for the procurement of goods and services for all assigned Enloe Medical Center departments. The Buyer shall ensure that all procurement transactions comply with the policies and procedures of Enloe Medical Center and the Enloe Purchasing Department. The Buyer will ensure that all procurement transactions are completed legally, ethically, and within the best interests of Enloe Medical Center.
Minimum
EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE:
Associate’s degree (AA) in business, healthcare, supply chain, or related field OR one (1) year
procurement-related work experience or clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
Desired
Bachelor’s degree or higher
Computer experience using spreadsheet, word processing and database
Prior healthcare procurement experience
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with strong customer service emphasis. Ability to work as a team member with Departmental and Medical Center staff to complete desired goals and objectives. Ability to identify customers’ needs and work with others to develop solutions to satisfy those needs without compromising the integrity of the procurement process. Must have the ability to operate a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite applications. Shall possess a professional attitude that promotes and enhances a positive image of the Department and Medical Center. Working knowledge of medical supplies and terminology preferred. Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.
Benefits Information
Enloe offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all eligible employees, including, but not limited to:

• $0 premium medical plan to include vision insurance
• Prescription and dental group insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as it's earned
• Extended Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance

Please visit the employee benefits page at http://www.enloe.org/benefits to get more in-depth benefits and coverage information