Purchasing Analyst

Cape Cod Healthcare; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Cod Healthcare in Hyannis, MA, seeks a Purchasing Analyst to collect, analyze, and summarize data, delivering actionable supply chain insights to Finance, IT, vendors, and clinical departments. The role supports procurement by creating reports, benchmarking pricing, and advising senior management.

You will review contracts, manage vendor recalls, develop reports, and participate in cross-functional meetings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in or supporting the procure-to-pay process.
• Demonstrated ability to develop reports, analyze data and present findings.
• Healthcare supply chain background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing, uploading, and maintaining contracts; monitor expiring contracts 90 days ahead.
• Develop reports to support procurement functions (root cause analysis, vendor scorecards).
• Provide usage analysis, participate in meetings, and support Value Analysis program.

Skills

Data analysis

Report development

Communication

Excel proficiency

Independent worker

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Healthcare/Finance background

Tools

PeopleSoft

SQL/BI tools

Job description

Purpose of Position:

The Purchasing Analyst uses their skills and knowledge to collect, analyze, interpret, and summarize data and provides actionable data to all members of the Supply Chain. Interacts with Finance, IT, Vendors and all end user departments across the system to creates actionable Supply Chain reports. Serves as an advisor to internal customers and the Supply Chain teams by providing decision support and recommendations across multiple clinical and/or business lines.

Description:

• Assists the Manager to review, upload and maintain contracts in contract repository. Identifies and communicates expiring contracts a minimum of 90 days before the expiration date.
• Assist in the collection of consignment contracts and schedule A documents. Coordinates periodic review of inventory reports for insurance and financial purposes.
• Supports the Purchasing Manager by developing reports to support the procurement functions that may include root cause analysis, Vendor Scorecards, and general order management reporting.
• Utilizes all available software, systems and subscriptions such as ECRI to validate and/or establish benchmarked product/equipment pricing and forward to Senior Management and clinical departments for review and negotiation as requested
• Providing usage analysis, ordering samples, attending meetings, and creating, updating and consolidating product evaluation forms in support of the Value Analysis program.
• Review and process all vendor recalls. Distributes to end users for corrective measures, tracks responses and returns signed acknowledgement forms to vendor. Files all completed recalls for future reference.
• Supports and participates in training for all supply chain staff in use of Supply Chain management and PeopleSoft applications.
• Develops and runs data analysis based on system information using Microsoft reporting tools.
• Ensure contract terms are consistent with the corporate contracting strategy and are negotiated within the established legal operational and financial guidelines as established by Supply Chain Leadership.
• Documents training material, reporting functionality and processes related to responsibilities.
• Identifies process improvement opportunities.
• Attends Cross-functional ERP, Supply Chain and Finance meetings, may be responsible for action items identified during meetings.
• Collaborates with Finance and IT staff.
• Ability to work independently and on multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Other duties as assigned
• Challenges current working practices; identifies process improvement opportunities and presents recommendations and solutions to management. Engages and commits to the organization’s culture of continuous improvement by actively participating, supporting, and promoting CCHC Pillars of Excellence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) in Supply Chain, Healthcare, Finance or Business Administration preferred, or equivalent related experience.
• 3+ years of Relevant experience in or supporting the procure to pay process.
• Demonstrated ability to develop reports, analyze data and present findings.
• Healthcare supply chain background preferred.
• Excel proficiency working with formulas, V-look-up and Pivot Tables.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to multitask, prioritize and meet tight deadlines.
• Exhibit strong problem-solving skills and creative thinking.
• Understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management, and purchasing systems

Schedule Details:

Full-Time, Monday-Friday, Occasional Evenings, Weekends, & Holidays

Organization:

Cape Cod Healthcare, Inc.

Primary Location:

Massachusetts-Hyannis

Department:

HCI-Purchasing

Annual/Hourly:

Unassigned

Hiring Pay Range:

0 - 0