Strategic Procurement & Inventory Specialist

DeKalb Health; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb Health in Topeka, KS is seeking a Purchasing professional to create purchase orders, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost reductions. You will oversee day-to-day procurement activities and coordinate with accounting to process invoices, while maintaining ERP accuracy and vendor performance.

The role requires strong reading/writing, communication, and computer skills, with a focus on timely delivery and cost containment within ISO-compliant supplier management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; related experience preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Operations is a plus.
• Printing industry experience is preferred (although not required).

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and implement supplier opportunities.
• Manage day-to-day procurement activities and billing issues.
• Lead vendor qualification processes in accordance with ISO standards.
• Analyze purchasing data and propose strategies.
• Prepare reports and input information into business management systems at month-end closing.

Skills

Read and comprehend instruction/memos

Write correspondence

Communicate with associates/vendors

Written and verbal communication

Computer and math skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year Operations experience

Printing industry experience preferred

Job description

DeKalb Health in Topeka, KS is seeking a Purchasing professional to create purchase orders, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost reductions. You will oversee day-to-day procurement activities and coordinate with accounting to process invoices, while maintaining ERP accuracy and vendor performance.

The role requires strong reading/writing, communication, and computer skills, with a focus on timely delivery and cost containment within ISO-compliant supplier management.