Purchasing Agent

Job Title: Buyer II
Department: Supply Chain / Stock Control
100% Remote

Position Summary:
The Buyer II serves as a key member of the Stock Control team responsible for executing timely and accurate procurement of goods and services from requisition through payment processing. This role ensures continuity of supply for hospital operations maintains compliance with established purchasing procedures and delivers high-quality customer service to internal stakeholders. The Buyer II operates with moderate independence and supports continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities:
Act as a primary contact for service and supply purchases minor equipment orders and Requests for Quotations (RFQs).
Review requisitions obtain competitive quotes create purchase orders and ensure compliance with purchasing policies.
Partner with internal departments to resolve order discrepancies vendor credits and invoice issues to ensure accurate and timely payment.
Maintain proactive communication with suppliers and internal customers to ensure fulfillment timelines and service expectations are met.
Support process improvements and contribute to a high-performance culture focused on efficiency collaboration and customer satisfaction.
Provide responsive and professional customer service addressing inquiries and open service tickets promptly.
Document and track purchasing activity using Lawson and Excel-based reports.

Technical Skills and Systems:
Proficient in Lawson (required).
Intermediate Excel skills including spreadsheet management lookups and data validation (required).
Familiarity with Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite for daily communication and reporting (required).
Workday experience is not required for this role.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:
Prior purchasing experience in a healthcare or hospital environment preferred.
Candidates from smaller healthcare facilities or non-healthcare backgrounds will be considered if they demonstrate strong technical skills and a willingness to learn. Comprehensive training will be provided.
Strong understanding of procurement processes and vendor management principles.

Soft Skills and Behavioral Expectations:
Demonstrates teamwork effective communication and customer service orientation.
Able to work independently prioritize workload and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
Maintains accuracy and attention to detail while managing multiple tasks.
Exhibits professionalism adaptability and problem-solving ability.


Additional Notes:
This job description reflects the current needs and structure of the Stock Control team and may evolve based on operational requirements and feedback from the hiring process. Ongoing communication and updates will be coordinated between the hiring manager and staffing team.