Purchasing Analyst

Premier, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Analyst to lead end-to-end PO processing, ensure timely order execution, and resolve supplier and invoice issues within a hospital procurement environment.

You will collaborate with Purchasing Supervisors, maintain contract compliance and data accuracy, and support requisition needs across internal teams while adhering to spend controls and process standards. The role requires 2+ years in procurement, a high school diploma or GED, and familiarity with ERP

Qualifications

• 2+ years of applicable procurement experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Healthcare or city agency experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders and ERP documentation.
• Collaborate with Purchasing Supervisors to align workflows.
• Resolve supplier issues including backorders and invoice discrepancies.
• Manage Tier 1 Emergency Requisitions end-to-end.
• Ensure contract compliance and data accuracy with vendors.
• Conduct supplier price verifications and bidding as needed.
• Perform PO reconciliations with suppliers and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in business or healthcare

Tools

PeopleSoft

GHX

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Purchasing Analyst — Lead the end-to-end purchase order process by ensuring timely and accurate order execution, resolving supplier and invoice-related issues, and supporting critical requisition needs. Collaborate cross-functionally to uphold documentation accuracy, contract compliance, billing integrity, and operational excellence within the purchasing function.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders within the ERP system, ensuring accuracy in all financial and logistical documentation.
• Collaborate daily with Purchasing Supervisors to align and prioritize operational workflows.
• Troubleshoot and resolve supplier issues, including backorders, damaged goods, and invoice discrepancies.
• Manage Tier 1 Emergency Requisitions from end-to-end, coordinating with vendors, requestors, and receiving teams to secure expedited delivery.
• Partner with Sourcing, Data Integrity, and vendors to guarantee contract compliance, data accuracy, and prompt order confirmations.
• Conduct supplier price verifications and enforce competitive bidding requirements in accordance with spend thresholds (OP 100-5).
• Serve as the first-tier operational support contact for the internal supply chain user population.
• Perform routine PO reconciliations with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure billing accuracy.
• Monitor PO financial thresholds to track funding depletion, coordinating with stakeholders to refresh or close out purchase orders as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Work Experience: 2+ years of applicable experience.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED (Required).

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, including internet-based applications and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to generate reports and interpret data related to the Procure-to-Pay and PO Management processes.
• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years in procurement; prior experience in a healthcare industry or city agency setting is highly preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (PeopleSoft preferred) and Global Healthcare Exchange (GHX) product suites.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Healthcare Administration, or related field or equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience.

Additional Job Requirements

• Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods; adaptive and able to change priorities quickly; meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail; operate computer programs and software; communicate effectively with audiences in person and electronically.
• Day-to-day contact with co-workers and/or the public; ability to work in a collaborative environment in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions.
• Make independent decisions within the scope of the role.

Working Conditions & Travel

• Working in a hospital environment.
• Travel: 1-20% within the US.
• Physical Demands: Sedentary work; ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.

Compensation & Benefits

Premier’s compensation philosophy is to ensure compensation is reasonable, equitable, and competitive. Internal salary range for this role is $62,000 - $93,000. Final salary depends on market factors, departmental budgets, education, experience, and location. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.

Additional Information

Premier is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy status, genetic information, disability, veteran status or other protected status. Premier complies with applicable affirmative action requirements for federal contractors where applicable. If you need assistance in the application process, please contact [e-mail] or Premier Recruiting at 704.357.0022.

Thank you for your interest in Premier. For more information about the company, please visit Premier’s website.