Buyer - Green Bay, WI

Buyer

Come work where we specialize in you! We have nearly 2,000 reasons for you to consider a career with Prevea Health-they're our employees. We're an organization that values kindness, responsibility, inclusivity, wellness and inspiration. At Prevea, we provide continuous education, training and support so every member of the team contributes to our success. Together we are the best place to get care and the best place to give care.

Job Summary
At Prevea Health, the Buyer is responsible for performing purchasing functions and supporting cost-saving initiatives. Coordinates the procurement of materials, products, and services necessary to ensure the efficient daily operations of Prevea Health.

What you will do

• Processes requisitions and purchase orders; reviews and edits requirements as needed.
• Places supply orders with vendors via telephone, EDI, fax, or internet using the computerized materials management system.
• Communicates with supplier representatives to obtain product information, quotes, pricing, and delivery schedules; follows up and expedites orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Maintains stock levels, records, reports, reference materials, catalogs, and vendor files; researches and evaluates new products, services, and vendors.
• Coordinates product returns, resolves backorder or delivery issues, and recommends economical shipping methods consistent with requirements.
• Distributes product information to department heads and staff as appropriate.
• Assists with the selection, training, and support of departmental personnel.

Education Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in purchasing/supply chain or business, or health care related field. Preferred

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years in purchasing/supply chain or business Required
• 1-3 years healthcare related field Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of materials management purchasing policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable computer applications.
• Knowledge of purchasing functions including ordering, receiving, distribution, storing and organizing of supplies.
• Knowledge of purchasing practices including invoicing and accounting procedures.
• Knowledgeable of group purchasing contracts.
• Skill in examining documents for correctness and interpreting their accuracy.
• Skill in gathering, analyzing, and evaluating data.
• Skill in critical thinking, verbal and written communication.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff and vendors.
• Ability to organize, coordinate and monitor project work.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports.
• Ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands

• Sit - Constantly
• Stand - Occasionally
• Walk - Occasionally
• Drive - Rarely
• Climb (Stairs/Ladders) - Rarely
• Bend (Neck) - Constantly
• Gross Manipulation (Hands/Arms) - Frequently
• Squat - Frequently
• Twist/Turn (Neck) - Occasionally
• Twist/Turn(Waist) - Rarely
• Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs. - Frequently
• Lift/Carry 11-25 lbs. - Occasionally
• Lift/Carry 26-35 lbs. - Rarely
• Lift/Carry 36-50 lbs. - Rarely
• Push/Pull up to 10 lbs. - Rarely
• Push/Pull 11-25 lbs. - Rarely
• Push/Pull 26-35 lbs. - Rarely
• Push/Pull 36-50 lbs. - Rarely
• Reach (Above shoulder level) - Occasionally
• Reach (Below shoulder level) - Constantly
• Simple Grasping (Hands/Arms) - Constantly
• Fine Manipulation (Hands/Arms) - Constantly
• Gross Manipulation (Hands/Arms) - Occasionally

Working Conditions

• Noise - Occasionally

Travel Requirements

• 5%

Hearing Requirements

• Hears Whispers < 3 feet - Constantly
• Hears Whispers 3-8 feet - Constantly

Vision Requirements

• Color Discrimination - Constantly
• Near Vision (Correctable to Jaeger 2 or 20/40 binocular) - Constantly
• Distance Vision (Correctable to Snellen chart 20/40 binocular) - Constantly

Prevea is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United State and to complete the required employment eligibility document form upon hire. Prevea participates in E-verify. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify