Purchasing Clerk
Job Location:
Scottsbluff, NE - USA
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Job Summary
Regional West Health Services is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Purchasing Materials Buyer to join our Supply Chain this important role youll help ensure that medical supplies equipment and services are purchased efficiently and delivered on time to support high-quality patient care. Your work directly impacts clinical operations supply continuity and the organizations financial stewardship.
A Day in the Life
Your day begins by reviewing purchase orders inventory needs and any supply concerns from departments across the organization. You prioritize orders monitor vendor communications and ensure critical supplies are available to support patient care.
Throughout the day youll process purchase orders for medical supplies equipment and services while ensuring compliance with Regional West policies and approved contracts. You work closely with vendors to secure products at competitive pricing and identify solutions when supply disruptions occur.
You maintain and update departmental order guides ensuring the right products and quantities are available to meet operational needs. Accuracy is essential as you manage item master records and monitor purchasing data within supply chain systems.
Vendor communication is a key part of your role. Youll coordinate with suppliers regarding backorders shipment delays pricing discrepancies and damaged products. You also assist vendors with credentialing processes and help maintain productive working relationships that support the organizations needs.
Collaboration is central to your success. Youll partner with nursing surgical services and other departments to identify product requirements and address supply-related concerns. Youll also work closely with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues promptly.
You help maintain compliance by ensuring purchasing activities follow organizational policies and documentation requirements. This includes supporting product recalls substitutions standardization initiatives and maintaining purchasing records related to patient implant procedures.
Before wrapping up your day youll review purchasing activity monitor spending trends and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and cost savings. You leave knowing your work helps ensure caregivers have the supplies they need to deliver exceptional patient care.
What Were Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum one year of experience in a supply chain-related role (warehouse distribution inventory finance or similar); healthcare experience preferred
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Excel Word and Outlook
- Strong math organizational and analytical skills
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Work Requirements
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time
- Frequent use of computers and other office equipment
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong attention to accuracy and detail
- Positive attitude and teamwork skills
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and organizational needs
Why Join Regional West Medical Center
- Play a vital role in supporting patient care through effective supply chain operations
- Work in a collaborative team-oriented environment
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Contribute to organizational efficiency and financial stewardship
A conditional job offer is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug test and background checks. A Physical Capacity Profile may be required for some positions.
Required Experience:
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About Company
As the region’s only tertiary referral medical center, Regional West offers care that spans more than 32 medical specialties provided by over 28 physician clinics. With nearly 300 providers in our network, and approximately 2,000 staff members, Regional West provides comprehensive and ... View more
