Buyer - Medical Supplies & Equipment

Pediatric Home Service is a friendly and professional leader in home health care with a singular passion for and commitment to taking care of the child. As a leader in home health care, we help kids achieve their best lives at home and in their communities while providing our employees a fun and rewarding place to work.

• Position: Buyer
• Location: Roseville, MN
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 8 am- 5 pm, Hybrid

Position:

The Buyer plays a critical role in supporting patient safety and satisfaction by ensuring the timely procurement of high-quality medical supplies and equipment at the best possible value. This position manages purchasing activities, monitors inventory levels through ERP systems, analyzes costs and supplier performance, and collaborates with clinical teams to meet patient care needs. The Buyer serves as a trusted product resource, develops strong supplier relationships, and identifies opportunities to improve processes, control costs, and enhance supply chain efficiency while maintaining a reliable flow of products to support exceptional patient care.

• Procurement of medical equipment and supplies including purchase order creation, reviewing order confirmations, and acting on necessary changes?
• Utilizes ERP to monitor and forecast inventory levels to ensure adequate stock and minimize waste
• Develops and maintains product knowledge to serve as a product expert and advocate?
• Assists in cost containment by utilizing group purchasing contracts, encouraging product standardization, and recommending inventory containment opportunities
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement, takes initiative in problem-solving, and seeks support from appropriate resources as needed
• Solicits price quotes and bids and analyze price proposals??
• Responsible for growing supplier relationships with new and /or existing suppliers
• Assists clinical staff to identify alternate and substitute products as needed
• Analyzes materials and supplies to find ways to reduce cost and improve quality
• Maintains knowledge of current professional trends and practices

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Healthcare Administration or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Analytical skills with the ability to evaluate pricing, supplier performance, and cost-savings opportunities
• Strong attention to detail; Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other office applications
• Knowledge of ERP systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience purchasing medical supplies, equipment, or healthcare-related products
• Knowledge of healthcare supply chain operations, materials management, and inventory control practices.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis
• Knowledge of healthcare regulatory requirements and product standardization practices

Company:

Pediatric Home Service is a pediatric home health agency that has provided high quality DME and nursing services to children that are medically fragile since 1990. Our services allow our clients to remain and thrive in their homes, schools, and communities. The majority of the clients we serve are ages birth through 21 years old and have a variety of technologies that might include a trach, ventilator or g-tube.

Benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) for full time employees to ensure a healthy work-life balance
• 401(k) Matching to help secure your future
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational and professional growth
• Professional Development & Learning Opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge in pediatric care
• A supportive and fulfilling work environment where your contributions directly impact childrens health and well-being

Interested candidates should apply online at http://www.phscareers.com.

We look forward to learning more about you and the skills you can bring to Pediatric Home Service!

Pediatric Home Service is an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to affirmative action and equal employment opportunities for all regardless of protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance.