Hospital Purchasing Coordinator — Impact & Growth

Encompass Health Corporation; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company 401(k) and stock purchase

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to streamline requisitions and purchase orders across hospital departments. You will manage inventory levels, source medical supplies, and negotiate with vendors to ensure cost-effective procurement. The role supports uninterrupted patient care and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 2-3 years in hospital purchasing, strong communication, and the ability to analyze needs and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
• 2-3 years of hospital supply and purchasing management experience.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to analyze situations, make informed decisions, and meet deadlines independently.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process hospital and departmental requisitions and purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels as per hospital procedures while controlling supplies and equipment for all hospital departments.
• Negotiate prices and contracts with outside vendors as required.
• Order medical and clinical supplies for the hospital.
• Oversee the purchase order process for hospital supplies.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma; bachelor's preferred

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to streamline requisitions and purchase orders across hospital departments. You will manage inventory levels, source medical supplies, and negotiate with vendors to ensure cost-effective procurement. The role supports uninterrupted patient care and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 2-3 years in hospital purchasing, strong communication, and the ability to analyze needs and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.