Purchasing Specialist

Sodexo Group; Las Vegas, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven impact

Contract management exposure

Cross-functional collaboration

Career growth

Professional development

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Purchasing Specialist for UMC of Southern Nevada to support a fast-paced healthcare environment with timely purchasing and inventory accuracy. You will coordinate with internal teams and suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains and high-quality service in a complex operations setting.

Join a team focused on cost efficiencies, waste reduction, and operational excellence, while advancing procurement processes and professional growth within a global organization.

Qualifications

• Must be able to purchase and coordinate orders in a healthcare setting.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in purchasing data and contracts.
• Ability to work with internal teams and external suppliers to optimize cost and quality.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely purchasing and delivery coordination.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and support contract management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to source materials cost-effectively.
• Support waste reduction and value-driven sourcing initiatives.

Skills

Customer-focused

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist for UMC of Southern Nevada. Support a fast-paced healthcare environment by ensuring timely purchasing, inventory accuracy, and outstanding operational support.

About the job

In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring timely and cost-effective purchasing of essential products and services. By coordinating with internal teams and external suppliers, you’ll help drive value through smart sourcing, reliable supply chains, and consistent quality—all while supporting smooth operations and reducing waste.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range:

$53720 - $69520

What’s in it for you

• Be a valued contributor in a mission-driven organization where your purchasing decisions make a real operational impact.
• Gain hands-on experience with purchasing systems and contract management in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and national suppliers, building your professional network and expertise.
• Enjoy opportunities to influence sourcing strategies and improve cost efficiencies.
• Work for a company that prioritizes quality, service, and innovation across its procurement processes.
• Benefit from professional development, structured support, and potential career growth within a global organization.
• Experience a culture that values reliability, accountability, and the continuous pursuit of operational excellence.

What you’ll bring

• A customer-focused mindset with the skillset to anticipate needs and provide effective, service-oriented procurement solutions.
• Time management skills to balance competing priorities and ensure timely order placement and delivery coordination.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in managing purchasing data, contracts, and inventory processes.
• Problem-solving skills with a focus on achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions across sourcing and supply chain challenges.
• Clear and professional communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience

What we offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.