Maintenance Purchasing Agent, Facilities, Full Time, First Shift

Self Regional Healthcare; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Greenwood, South Carolina is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Purchasing Agent for a full-time role. You will manage purchase orders, handle inventory information, ensure quality of incoming supplies, and assist in stock management. Ideal candidates should possess a two-year degree in a maintenance-related field, have good communication skills, and be physically able to lift up to 50 lbs. This position also requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to read technical manuals.

Qualifications

• Two year degree from technical school or equivalent in a maintenance related field.
• Two years experience in purchasing and stocking processes.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical and electrical terms and supplies.
• Ability to read technical manuals and drawings.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office program and computer purchasing programs.
• Writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Completes and processes purchase orders.
• Informs staff when special‑ordered materials or supplies have been received.
• Follows up on all purchase orders that are over two weeks old.
• Inputs and retrieves inventory information using a computer and software programs.
• Issues general and special‑order supplies.
• Conducts physical inventory counts.
• Inspects incoming supply shipments for quality and quantity.
• Stocks shelves and keeps stock in order.
• Communicates effectively with internal personnel and external vendors.

Job description

Maintenance Purchasing Agent, Facilities, Full Time, First Shift

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Responsibilities

Completes and processes purchase orders. Informs staff when special‑ordered materials or supplies have been received. Follows up on all purchase orders that are over two weeks old. Inputs and retrieves inventory information using a computer and software programs. Issues general and special‑order supplies. Conducts physical inventory counts. Compares and corrects inaccurate inventory counts in the computer system. Inspects incoming supply shipments for quality and quantity against invoices, purchase orders, packing slips or other documentation. Stocks shelves and keeps stock in order. Assigns inventory/stock numbers for new stock. Communicates effectively with internal personnel and external vendors. Demonstrates continuous effort to streamline work processes, reduce overall stock and provide quality customer service.

Knowledge

• Two year degree from technical school or equivalent in a maintenance related field.
• Two years experience in purchasing and stocking processes.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical and electrical terms and supplies.
• Ability to read technical manuals and drawings.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office program and computer purchasing programs.
• Writing skills.

Physical Requirements

• Be able to lift containers weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Be able to climb a stepladder or step stool.
• Be able to distinguish colors.
• Moderate standing, squatting, bending, and walking is required to perform responsibilities.

People Skills

• Must have very good people skills.
• Be able to communicate with customers and vendors.
• Be able to interact positively with all customers; staff, nurses, physicians, and vendors.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care