Procurement Analyst

At-a-Glance:
Are you ready to build your career by joining a healthcare provider? If so, our client is hiring a Procurement Analyst.

Position Type:

• Contract-to-Hire
• On-Site

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree with 5 years of experience in supply chain.
• 3 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of supply chain logistics.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to navigate computerized data systems (e.g., VendorMate, Premier, Health Systems SharePoint, MMIS).
• Ability to multitask and meet project deadlines.
• Ability to complete analysis and determine best course of action.

Preferences:

• Knowledge of hospital products for specific service lines (e.g., OR, Cath Lab, Surgery).
• Accountability for actions.
• Knowledge of healthcare industry operations.
• General knowledge of maintenance terminology.
• General accounting knowledge.

Responsibilities:

• Manage workflow and relationships with team members, customers, and vendors professionally.
• Engage major departments by fostering communication with department contacts.
• Provide Asset Management assistance in procuring effective products/services, meeting contractual and financial goals.
• Review and negotiate vendor quotes to ensure compliance with organizational guidelines.
• Ensure timely submission of required vendor documentation.
• Verify invoice accuracy and adherence to negotiated rates.
• Pay invoices within terms.
• Resolve invoicing issues with departments and vendors per guidelines.
• Review work queue and place orders by day's end.
• Identify opportunities for workflow automation, such as EDI implementation.
• Ensure accurate and timely order transmission based on requisition priority.
• Make decisions on product sourcing through OEM or third-party vendors per guidelines.
• Complete tasks to add value to customers and vendors.
• Proactively prevent errors or recurring problems.
• Educate departments and vendors on Asset Management requirements to minimize issues.
• Consistently meet department performance standards and assist other analysts as needed.
• Evaluate equipment repair history and perform cost analysis for repair or replacement decisions.
• Notify departments of equipment end-of-life status and encourage budgeting for replacements.
• Act as a liaison between Procurement Manager and Contract Analysts to avoid unnecessary charges.

Get in Touch:
We want to hear from you! If you think you'd be a good match, submit your resume and reach out to Ankit at 201-377-5090 to learn more.

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