Purchasing Support Officer at Bear River Health Dept.

Wayne State University; Utah; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit package

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long term disability

Job summary

Bear River Health Department seeks a detail-oriented purchasing support staff member to manage office and medical supply procurement. You will handle requisitions, coordinate travel, and maintain vendor relationships while ensuring compliance with department policies.

The role requires a high school diploma with related experience or equivalent coursework, strong computer and communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School graduate with 1 year of related experience or 1 academic year of study beyond high school.
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, internet and email.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
• Understand and follow department policies.
• Be able to lift 50 pounds and perform strenuous activities if needed.

Responsibilities

• Review requisitions and purchase all supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Investigate cost-saving opportunities for the department.
• Maintain purchasing spreadsheets on Google Drive.
• Coordinate employee travel reservations.
• Manage shipping, receiving, and distribution of packages and supplies.
• Perform inventory control and vendor setup/maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with 340B/MMCAP contracts.
• Scan and index documents in DocLink.

Skills

Office methods

Computer skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Relationship management

Confidentiality

Operate office equipment

Policy understanding

Education

High School diploma or GED; 1 year college

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

DocLink

Business Central

Job description

Under the general supervision of the Fiscal Support Officer, responsible for maintaining the purchasing office accurately and efficiently. Responsible for prompt purchase of all supplies, materials and equipment. Responsible to make sure purchases are consistent with Department regulations, while delivering high-quality goods and solutions at the best price.

Minimum Qualifications ( Education and Experience)

High School graduate (or GED) with at least one (1) year of related experience;

Or

Successful completion of one (1) academic year of study above the high-school level in a resident community college or university.

Minimum Qualifications (Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

Must:

• Have considerable knowledge of office methods and techniques.
• Be skilled in the use of computer programs including word processing, spreadsheets, internet, and email.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers.
• Be able to maintain a cooperative working relationship with coworkers and those contacted during the workday.
• Maintain confidentiality of all records and information.
• Operate standard office equipment.
• Understand and follow Bear River Health Department policies and procedures

Special Qualifications

Must:

• Be able to pass a full background check and drug screening.
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid Driver License at the time of employment.
• Be able to provide your own transportation.
• Be able to lift 50 pounds and be able to perform strenuous activities requiring flexibility and stamina, and overall general good health.
• Have a flexible schedule and be available for scheduled work in the evenings and/or weekends and holidays as the job requires.

Summary of Duties

• Review requisitions and purchase all office/medical supplies, materials, and equipment including, but not limited to vaccines, medication, medical/janitorial/laboratory supplies, building signage, and general office supplies.
• Investigate cost saving opportunities for the department.
• Maintain purchasing spreadsheets on the Google drive.
• Help prepare employee travel reservations.
• Manage shipping and receiving, including the distribution of all packages and supplies.
• Perform inventory control.
• Set up and evaluate new vendor accounts and maintain current vendor relationships.
• Assure compliance with existing 340B/MMCAP contracts.
• Scan, verify and index documentation in DocLink.
• Take deposits to the bank daily.
• Knowledge of software programs (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, DocLink, Business Central).
  

Bear River Health Department offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability insurance. We participate in Utah Retirement Systems (URS), offer generous paid time off and holidays, as well as offer many voluntary benefit options. Bear River Health Department strives to provide competitive pay, professional development, and employee wellness programs.