Buyer     

Job Code: 24005    

Position Summary

Responsible for procuring medical and non-medical supplies, services, materials, and capital equipment for all Kootenai Health inpatient and outpatient departments, clinics and hospitals. 

Responsibilities:

•    Trains, assists, and guides departments through the purchasing process in accordance with purchasing and procurement policies

•    Creates purchase orders and processes bill only requisitions to ensure timely invoice solutions

•    Submits/processes product return requests with vendors in coordination with Central Supply 

•    Works with the supported department to procure product substitutions as required

•    Monitors supply chain related contracts and selects preferred vendors based on contract obligations and best value proposition analysis

•    Resolves internal and external pricing discrepancies to ensure timely payment of invoices

•    Communicates timely and effectively with internal customers and external vendors on all procurement related requirements (product substitutions, returns, orders, freight, etc.)

•    Provides exceptional customer service to internal customers and external vendors

•    Obtains and uses an organizational issued purchase credit card in accordance with policy 

•    Performs other related duties as assigned

•    Works under general supervision

•    A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required

•    Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field

•    Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

•    Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

 

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

•    High school diploma or GED preferred

•    Minimum 1 year of experience in the procurement of material and supplies required; experience in the healthcare field preferred

•    Efficiently utilize Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and applicable procurement and/or inventory management software

•    Must be able to apply knowledge of inventory controls and practices to daily responsibilities

•    Infor Lawson knowledge preferred

 

Working Conditions:

•    Must be able to lift or move up to 35 lbs

•    Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position

•    Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend

•    Typical equipment used in an office job

 

About Kootenai Health: 

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider. 

 

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you: 

Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.  

Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it 

 

Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.  

Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials 

 

An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching  

Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more 

 

Robust and interactive employee referral program 

And much more 

 

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!  

 

Apply today! Please contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org  with any questions.  

 

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.