Purchasing Buyer Specialist

PruittHealth; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Purchasing Buyer Specialist, where you will play a crucial role in sourcing and negotiating supplies for healthcare operations. This dynamic position requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in procurement, vendor relations, and cost control. You will collaborate with various departments to align purchasing strategies with organizational needs, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow your career and contribute to a compassionate team dedicated to caring for families.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably in healthcare.
• Strong negotiation skills and proficiency in procurement software.

Responsibilities

• Source suppliers for commodities and maintenance supplies ensuring quality.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors while maintaining compliance.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Procurement Software

Microsoft Office

Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)

Job description

Job Description - Purchasing Buyer Specialist (2506138)

Purchasing Buyer Specialist - 2506138

Description

JOB PURPOSE:

PruittHealth is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Buyer with 2+ years of experience to join our procurement team. This role is responsible for sourcing , negotiating,and overseeing supplies and services, to support our healthcare operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in supply chain management, vendor relations, and cost control to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Identify and source suppliers for commodities, travel-related needs, and maintenance supplies, ensuring quality and cost efficiency.

2.Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing, terms, and contracts.

3.Ensure all purchases comply with company policies, industry regulations, and contractual obligations.

4.Track procurement trends, supplier performance, and cost savings initiatives, providing regular reports to management.

5.Work closely with internal departments, including maintenance, facilities, and finance, to align purchasing strategies with organizational needs.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field preferred

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Minimum 2+ years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in healthcare, maintenance, or commodities purchasing.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:

NA

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)

•Strong negotiation and communication skills

•Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).

•Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Data visualization, VLOOKUP’s, Index & Match)

•Analytical mindset with attention to detail.

•Ability to multitask and manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously.

•Knowledge of healthcare supply chains, maintenance supplies, and/or corporate travel procurement is a plus.

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As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.