Temporary Procurement/Supply Chain Associate

Job Description DescriptionThe successful candidate will oversee all purchasing activities, ensuring hospitals receive the best value for products and services. Responsibilities include maintaining strong vendor and customer relationships, ensuring compliance with approved purchasing guidelines, and working closely with receiving and accounts payable teams to resolve any invoice-related issues promptly.ResponsibilitiesProvides exceptional customer service with a high level of respect, clarity, communication and follow through with all customers.Primary customer service contact for the purchase of supplies. Evaluates non catalog requests to assure only approved vendors and products are used.Assists the end users with updating templates and new item request process as well as works with end users on using existing vendors for same or comparable product for ordering.Maximizes efficiency by optimally utilizing resources such as the MMIS (Materials Management Information System ((Workday)Maintains timely communication with appropriate end users regarding order status updates such as backorders, possible substitutions, eta’s and will follows through until product is received or order cancelled.Follows proper policies and procedures for confirmation noticesRuns reports that provide item or department usage history, open purchase order information or others asneeded.Verifies price at time of confirmation both in the EDI transaction file and with faxed confirmations, ensuring accuracy.Works purchase order confirmations daily for every order placed with appropriate follow up to end users.Addresses invoice discrepancies weekly with appropriate and timely resolutionWorks through unreceived invoices monthly with completion by month end.Acts as subject matter expert for the current vendor management system and assist vendors on the processSupports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.Qualifications/SkillRequired: Basic to intermediate ability and experience in computer applications, specifically MS Office and Excel. Required: Basic math (add, subtract, multiply, and divide)Required: Strong written communication skillsWorkday experience a plusAbility to multi-task and work independently: Previous healthcare purchasing and supply functions Required: Valid Oregon driver's license and meet SCHS driving requirements. Ability to travel to SCHS/SCMG worksitesMust be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely Education/ExperienceRequired: High School diploma or GED: College degree in business, accounting, marketing or other related field ScheduleMonday - Friday, 40 hours /weekSalary$23.65 - 34.30/hour#ZR #INDBENDCheck out other opportunities at www.midoregonpersonnel.com