Purchasing Agent
Greensboro, NC 
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Posted 17 days ago
Job Description
Purchasing Agent
ID 2024-23974
Location Off-Site Distribution Center and Offices Work Location US-NC-Greensboro Division : Name System Wide Department : Name SW-CONTRACT ADMINISTR Category PROFESSIONAL/MNGMNT Position Sub-Category NON-CLINICAL Position Type Full Time (40 hours/week) Employment Type Employee Exempt/NonExempt Exempt FTE 1.00 Workforce Status Onsite Work Hours 40.00 Provider Schedule (specific schedule) Monday-Friday 8-5 On call Required No Sub Category Non-Clinical
Overview
Responsible for selecting vendors for non-contract items, securing best price and delivery, and placing orders to facilitate and expedite the timely receipt of items as specified by user departments. Performs variety of duties to purchase material, equipment, merchandise and supplies according to organizational guidelines for cost, quality, and delivery.

Talent Pools: Corporate Services/Professional

Responsibilities

Reviews incoming requisitions, consignment requests and processes and completes unreleased orders.
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Expedites critical, current and past due orders as required and advises requesters on status.
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Maintains files/records for special orders.
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Provides staff support and department trainer.
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Investigates and reviews product information, working proactively with contract, Lawson Team and AP to adhere to best practices,
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Qualifications

EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or equivalent, Required
Bachelors, Business Administration, Preferred
Preferred: Bachelor's in Business Administration or other related field.

EXPERIENCE:
5 years, Purchasing, Required
Required: Minimum of 5 years in healthcare or other industry purchasing or related field

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:
REQUIRED
Drivers License | Valid Drivers License
If driving a Cone Health vehicle, must have five (5) years of driving experience and MVR must be approved by Risk Management.
PREFERRED
GHX (Global Health Exchange) preferred and/or obtain within 1 year of hire date.
CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) or CMRP (Certified Materials Resource Planner) preferred.

Cone Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing equal opportunity employment opportunities for applicants and employees. All employees and applicants for employment will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, ability, and performance without regard to race, religion, age sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, ethnicity, national origin, disability, color, or as otherwise protected by law.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
5+ years
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