LBS Sr. Purchasing Specialist - Remote

Memorial Physician Practices; Brentwood (TN); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Senior Specialist in Purchasing to manage order creation and supplier collaboration. This role is vital for ensuring efficient supply chain operations within a hospital environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and experience in supply chain management, contributing to the mission of making communities healthier.

Benefits

401k

Flexible PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in Supply Chain Operations within a hospital or healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Create purchase orders from requisitions for a designated group of suppliers and categories.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve backorders and order issues.
• Monitor order transmission and confirmations.

Skills

Supply Chain Operations

Order Processing

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Operations

Job description

Who we are
At Lifepoint Health, we provide quality healthcare to rural communities. As a valued member of our team, you will be an integral part of a group working together to elevate Lifepoint's healthcare delivery network. Our network includes 60+ community hospitals, 60+ rehabilitation/behavioral health hospitals, and 250 additional sites of care across the United States. As an organization, we are dedicated to serving communities nationwide by providing exceptional care. We believe in the power of our talented teams and strive to create environments where employees find purpose and fulfillment.

Position Summary
The Senior Specialist, Purchasing is responsible for order creation from requisitions specific to a group of suppliers and categories. This position also collaborates with suppliers to resolve backorders and other order-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Create purchase orders from requisitions for a designated group of suppliers and categories

• Monitor order transmission and confirmations

• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve backorders and order issues

• Process order amendments and updates as needed

• Support supplier inquiries related to order processing

• Respond to site-specific inquiries on order status and resolution

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance

• Perform other duties as assigned

What you’ll need

Education: Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Supply Chain Operations or equivalent relevant experience
Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in Supply Chain Operations within a hospital or healthcare environment
License/Certifications: None

Why choose us
As a team member of the Health Support Center, our goal is to support those in our facilities who are providing care to our patients and communities. We aim to attract, retain, and empower a diverse and dedicated workforce. Our mission is “Making Communities Healthier,” and we believe that by working together, we can shape a healthier future for those we serve.

Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes 401k, flexible PTO, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing both at work and at home.

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.