Purchasing Agent

Chestnut Health Systems; National City (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dedicated Purchasing Agent to join their Granite City office. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to engage in supply chain management, ensuring that all purchase requests are handled with precision and care. With a focus on effective communication and organizational skills, you will play a vital role in maintaining inventory and processing orders. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about contributing to a team that provides essential health services, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in purchasing/supply chain management required.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office applications needed.

Responsibilities

• Review purchase requests and place orders efficiently.
• Maintain monthly inventory cycle count in Excel.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Purchasing Policies

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a full-time Purchasing Agent to work at our Granite City, IL office. Chestnut Health Systems is a leading provider of behavioral and primary health care services. Over four decades, Chestnut has grown to over 700 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health and primary care treatment to patients in Central and Southern Illinois. We provide fully integrated care for all of our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.

Responsibilities

1. Review all purchase requests and place orders.
2. Compile purchase documents for payment processing by Accounts payable.
3. Receive order and process for delivery.
4. Communicate order status to requisitioner.
5. Record and track purchases in Microsoft Excel.
6. Maintain monthly inventory cycle count in Excel.
7. Work with accounts payable to resolve invoice discrepancies, quality, or delivery issues.
8. Maintain and administer petty cash funds and records.

Qualifications

1. High school diploma or GED with 4 years direct experience in purchasing / supply chain management; or
2. Associate’s degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain Management or related field with a minimum of 2 years direct experience; or
3. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain Management or related field.

Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel required. Must have working knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures. Effective communication skills with management, coworkers, internal customers, and vendors are essential. Must have high attention to detail, organizational and customer service skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects. Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance, insurability, and ability to travel between agency locations and vendors are required. Must be able to lift/push up to 25 pounds. Satisfactory completion of Chestnut’s background check process.

For additional information and inquiries, text "Chestnut" to 97211. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience. EOE – Minorities / Females / Vets / Disabled.

The anticipated starting pay is between $19.00 - $20.00 per hour, based on qualifications, skills, education, experience, market conditions, and internal equity. Check out additional benefits here!