You must live in one of the following states to be considered for this remote opportunity: AL, CO, FL, GA, ID, KS, KY, ME, MI, NC, SC, VA, VT

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Incumbent is responsible for negotiating, researching, managing local inventory, recommending, and procuring of supplies, parts, and minor equipment to support Clinical Engineering operations. Ensures lowest cost, highest quality, and optimal delivery methods.

Major Responsibilities

You must live in one of the following states to be considered for this remote opportunity: AL, CO, FL, GA, ID, KS, KY, ME, MI, NC, SC, VA, VT Creates, implements, administers, and communicates processes to achieve standardization of parts acquisition and usage throughout the system. Engages fellow team members to understand their needs, objectives, and priorities. Develops effective processes to meet them. Partners with suppliers to develop cost-effective, high quality, and mutually beneficial relationships. Works with vendors to ensure optimal availability and transit time of parts, supplies, and minor equipment. Evaluates suppliers operations and offerings to determine the best fit for Clinical Engineering. Develops policies and procedures relating to all procurement functions within area of expertise. Reviews contract proposals to ensure that the functional terms of the agreement meet the needs and objectives of Clinical Engineering. Manages parts inventory to effectively support operations and minimize expense. Determines appropriate par levels based on statistical analysis. Manages purchase orders to ensure they conform to Advocate Aurora Health Care policy and standard terms and conditions. Trains Clinical Engineering staff on procurement policies and procedures as they relate to operations.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Purchasing or related field.

Work Experience

Medical equipment procurement/buying/negotiating highly preferred. Typically requires 5 years of experience in purchasing and negotiating.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Proficient in utilizing software and hardware technology to effectively perform all job functions. Must have excellent human relation, communication, and negotiation skills. Strong analytical, organization and time management skills. Strong database, spreadsheet and report writing skills. Demonstrated knowledge of department's functionality and processes. Demonstrated proficiency in cost benefit analysis. Ability to effectively work independently without immediate, direct supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. Exposed to normal office environment areas. Must have ability to lift up to 50 lb. and overhead occasionally. Uses a computer for extended periods of the day. Must be able to sit for extended periods of time. This position requires occasional travel so the incumbent may be exposed to road and weather hazards. Working atmosphere may contain dust/dirt fumes and odors.

DISCLAIMER

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position.  Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.