Healthcare Procurement Specialist

TCH Medical Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital in Houston seeks a Purchasing Assistant to support buyers and Sr. buyers in acquiring supplies, equipment, and services for pediatric care. You will process requisitions, create POs, and dispatch orders to vendors in a timely, cost-effective manner.

The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and collaboration across hospital entities. Strong ERP experience (preferably PeopleSoft) and an associate degree are required; hospital procurement knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in business or a related field.
• 2 years' experience with a Supply Chain ERP system, preferably PeopleSoft and healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Process low-dollar requisitions into purchase orders and dispatch to vendors.
• Approve purchase orders in the ERP system for dispatch to vendors as directed by the Manager.
• Expedite orders by contacting vendors for ship dates or backorder status.
• Resolve delivery, shipping, and merchandise issues/returns within two business days.
• Process restricted fund order requests within three business days when online processing is unavailable.
• Maintain Vendor File with W-9, EPLS, and IRS documentation for Accounts Payables.
• Function as liaison between hospital entities and vendors.
• Maintain and submit reports, attend meetings, and study market trends.
• Attend seminars, courses, and professional organizational meetings.

Skills

ERP experience

Vendor liaison

Purchase order processing

Supply chain knowledge

Education

Associate degree in business or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

Texas Children's Hospital in Houston seeks a Purchasing Assistant to support buyers and Sr. buyers in acquiring supplies, equipment, and services for pediatric care. You will process requisitions, create POs, and dispatch orders to vendors in a timely, cost-effective manner.

The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and collaboration across hospital entities. Strong ERP experience (preferably PeopleSoft) and an associate degree are required; hospital procurement knowledge is a plus.