Buyer / Purchasing Procurement

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. The creation of the HHC System Support Office recognizes the work of a large and growing group of employees whose responsibilities are continually evolving so that we and our departments now work on behalf of the system as a whole, rather than a single member organization. With the creation of our new umbrella organization we now have our own identity with a unique payroll, benefits, performance management system, service recognition programs and other common practices across the system. JOB SUMMARY: Reviews/monitors approved purchase requisitions for accuracy, monitors, price trends, maintains files and records of current and potential suppliers, materials and prices. Develops and maintains working relationships with external (vendors) and internal customers to maintain adequate sources of supply in accordance with corporate policies and procedures to obtain the most cost effective/quality products and services. Demonstrates ability to work well with other members of team to efficiently implement accepted product conversions, system changes, process improvement opportunities. Responsible for ensuring high quality, cost–effective product or service is delivered in support of the HHC core values and strategic plan. Reports directly to the System Senior Director of Purchasing. Keeps abreast of all Supply Chain Management policies and procedures. Reviews and monitors approved purchase requisitions for accuracy, monitors, and price trends, and maintains files and records of current and potential suppliers, materials and prices. Dispatches purchase orders. Resolves invoice Match Exceptions. Supports supply back orders. Supports Clinical Value Analysis Teams. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor’s Degree; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s degree Experience: 5 years of Purchasing in healthcare Licensure, Certification, Registration: APICS Certified We take great care of careers . With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. Job: *Other Organization: *Hartford HealthCare Corp. Title: Buyer / Purchasing Procurement Location: Connecticut-Hartford-100 Pearl Street Hartford (10484) Requisition ID: