Purchasing Clerk I - Camino Media

Clinica Sierra Vista; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage

Vacation time

Wellness plan

Education assistance

403(B) plan

Job summary

Clinica Sierra Vista in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Purchasing Clerk I to support procurement operations. You will process requisitions, verify details, place orders with approved vendors, and track deliveries to ensure timely fulfillment.

The role requires strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills, with experience in purchasing systems and Microsoft Office. Healthcare purchasing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Experience with data entry or working in an enterprise software system is a plus.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• One year of experience in medical or healthcare purchasing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and process requisitions submitted through the purchasing system, verifying account coding and approval status in accordance with company policies.
• Communicate with requestors to clarify or correct requisition details as needed, maintaining professionalism and accuracy.
• Place orders with approved vendors based on well-defined specifications; confirm pricing, availability, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate with vendors to track order status and follow up on delays, partial shipments, or substitutions.
• Assist with vendor setup and updates, ensuring accurate ship-to locations and documentation of licensing information.
• Maintain current and accurate storage inventory records; assist with receiving and restocking of supplies and equipment.
• Process requisitions for equipment purchases and equipment repairs.
• Provide responsive, courteous service to internal requestors and external vendors.
• Perform purchasing-related administrative tasks, such as recordkeeping, document scanning, and data entry.
• Work quickly and efficiently while maintaining high attention to detail and minimizing errors.
• Demonstrate initiative in identifying routine procurement issues and recommending appropriate solutions.
• Must have the ability to prioritize responsibilities, work effectively, and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
• Knowledge and adapts to industry standards and familiarity of major suppliers, economic status of suppliers and the industry.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

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Purchasing Clerk I - Camino Media

Full Time Regular Bakersfield, CA, US 1 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 4644

Salary Range: $26.00 To $30.50 Hourly

Clinica Sierra Vista is excited to be one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Nation! We’re honored to serve the men and women of the fields. We also offer care and support to the inner city, the rural and isolated, those of low, moderate, and fixed incomes, and families from an array of cultural backgrounds who speak several languages. We don’t inquire about immigration status because we simply don’t need to know. If you come to us, we will treat you like any other patient.

As we grow our team, we are looking for individuals who believe the patient is always #1.

Why work for us?

• Competitive pay which matches your abilities and experience
• Health coverage for you and your family
• Generous number of vacation days per year
• A robust wellness plan and health club discounts
• Continuing education assistance to grow and further your talents
• 403(B) plan with company matching

We're looking for someone to join our team as a Purchasing Clerk I.

Under the general supervision of the Contracts & Procurement Supervisor, the Purchasing Clerk I is responsible for providing support in processing procurement transactions, maintaining accurate purchasing records, and assisting with vendor communications. This position plays a key role in ensuring timely and accurate purchasing of goods and services for the organization. The Purchasing Clerk I must work efficiently, maintain a high degree of attention to detail, and deliver consistent customer service to internal departments and external vendors.

Essential Functions:

• Review and process requisitions submitted through the purchasing system, verifying account coding and approval status in accordance with company policies.
• Communicate with requestors to clarify or correct requisition details as needed, maintaining professionalism and accuracy.
• Place orders with approved vendors based on well-defined specifications; confirm pricing, availability, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate with vendors to track order status and follow up on delays, partial shipments, or substitutions.
• Assist with vendor setup and updates, ensuring accurate ship-to locations and documentation of licensing information.
• Maintain current and accurate storage inventory records; assist with receiving and restocking of supplies and equipment.
• Process requisitions for equipment purchases and equipment repairs.
• Provide responsive, courteous service to internal requestors and external vendors.
• Perform purchasing-related administrative tasks, such as recordkeeping, document scanning, and data entry.
• Work quickly and efficiently while maintaining high attention to detail and minimizing errors.
• Demonstrate initiative in identifying routine procurement issues and recommending appropriate solutions.
• Must have the ability to prioritize responsibilities, work effectively, and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
• Knowledge and adapts to industry standards and familiarity of major suppliers, economic status of suppliers and the industry.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

You’ll be successful with the following qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Experience with data entry or working in an enterprise software system (e.g., purchasing or financial system) is a plus.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• One (1) year of experience in medical or healthcare purchasing preferred.

Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us.

Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!