Purchasing Assistant

We are searching for a Purchasing Assistant -- someone who works well in a fast-paced this position you will provide skilled professional duties and support buyers and Sr. buyers in the purchasing of supplies equipment and services requisitioned by the various entities in a timely cost-effective manner that enables Texas Childrens to provide the finest possible pediatric patient care education and research in a cost-effective manner. Duties include conducting business effectively and in accordance with established laws regulations policies and procedures and good business practices.

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Job Duties & Responsibilities
Process low dollar operational online and outside requisitions within the appropriate timeframe upon receipt converting them to purchase orders and then dispatching to the appropriate vendor
Approves purchase orders in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for purchase orders to be dispatched to the vendor as observed by the Manager
Expedites purchase orders by contacting the vendor for updates on ship dates or whether an item is backordered.
Provides end-user support by resolving delivery shipping and merchandise issues/returns within two (2) business days of notification
Processes restricted fund order requests within three (3) business days when unable to be processed online.
Maintains the Vendor File by submitting a properly completed Vendor Add/Change/Inactivate Form with appropriate backup documentation (W-9 EPLS and IRS) to Accounts Payables
Functions as Liaison between Hospital entities and Vendors
Maintains and updates reports attends meetings and studies market trends
Maintains and submits required reports to management within designated timelines
Attend seminars courses and professional organizational meetings

Skills & Requirements
Associate degree in business or a related field
Required 2 years experience with a Supply Chain ERP system preferably PeopleSoft and with preferred experience in healthcare