Department: Supply Chain
Full Time Days Hospital: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham Benefits for eligible positions include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more Entry level Buyer I position- Purchasing Experience in Healthcare is preferred
Under general supervision, to perform purchasing functions and any other activities related to the procurement of goods and services for any UAB Health System entity and participate in the contracting and value analysis process. To interact with vendors and departments to ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to and service levels are met and/or exceeded. Reviews, processes, and/or approves requisitions and payment requests to ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory laws.
Ensure all orders are processed and acknowledged by the vendor utilizing system tools and other resources. (Identify and resolve any issues with order placement or confirmation.) Communicates with the appropriate party(s) and/or resolve issues related to pricing discrepancies, back orders, and product discontinuations. Verifies order delivery, utilizing system tools and other resources.
(Coordinate with the end user and MM Department.) Coordinates with the AP Department to resolve any issues such as vendor matches, duplicate shipments, etc. Functions as Customer Service Representative (end user requests/answering the telephone/responding to emails/etc.) Utilizes problem solving skills and suggests process improvements and operational efficiencies to increase departmental productivity. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Minimum
Bachelor's degree in Business, Management or Procurement required Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Why Work at UAB Medicine We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world.
Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U. S.
News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama. UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state.
Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals.
We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff