Inventory Buyer - Pharmacy - Full Time Day (55635)

For more than a century, Fairfield Medical Center has been a regional healthcare provider who delivers exceptional care to our patients by creating exceptional experiences for our employees.

Pay Rate: $20.45-$33.67

The driver behind our culture is that we all believe in the value of it, and we hire people into the organization who are also committed to making a difference. Our employees truly go the extra mile to serve our patients and each other.

When you join us, you become part of our team; it is our goal to not only be the best place you will ever work, but the only place you will want to work. Join our team. Make a difference.

Job Description:

The Inventory Buyer is responsible for processing orders for hospital supplies and equipment while focusing on cost containment strategies. Processes returns and recalls as needed. Responsible for managing and sourcing alternative products during shortages.

• Places and processes orders for needed supplies from appropriate wholesalers or vendors.
• Manages inventory of supplies as needed.
• Coordinates corrective action when problems are identified: i.e., shortages, recalls, invoice concerns, etc.
• Assists manager in utilization of contracts and cost containment initiatives.
• Organizes and maintains vendor files.

Qualifications

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years buyer experience preferred.
• Experience and working knowledge with related computer programs preferred.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and accuracy skills required. Excellent communication and human relations skills required.

Exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10-20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand required requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.