Job Description
Other - Full-time
CURE International has an exciting opportunity for a Purchasing Agent at our Distribution Center located in Spring Lake, Michigan. The Purchasing Agent is responsible for the procurement of medical equipment and supplies for the CURE network of hospitals. The Purchasing Agent will work with hospitals to direct them to CURE equipment and medical supply standards to achieve continuity of care and maintain financial stewardship.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Purchase medical supplies, equipment, and parts in accordance with the CURE network standard
- Provide timely customer service in response to requests from hospitals
- Deliver on-time, accurate product and spend-related information to hospitals as needed
- Coordinate and request quotes / bids from vendors
- Manage creation, release, and tracking of purchase orders
- Review and update current product availability information on a regular basis
- Utilize ERP system to maximum capabilities to optimize efficiency
- Product Research – select and purchase the right items to fit the needs of our hospitals
- Develop, manage, and maintain professional relationships with suppliers
- Identify new suppliers to meet current and future needs
- Work directly with warehouse and accounting to resolve inventory, purchase order, and invoice issues
- Utilize Lean principles to remove waste in activities and processes
WHAT YOU WILL BRING:
- Bachelors degree in business, management, marketing or related field preferred
- Previous ERP software experience required
- 3+ years related purchasing experience preferred
- Proficient in Google Workspace, Asana, Slack and Zoom
- Ability to manage projects and establish clear goals and accountability
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities and deadlines while easily adapting to changing situations
- Effective communication, interpersonal, customer service, problem solving and stress management skills
- Active listening and consensus-building skills with the ability to build credibility with all stakeholders
- Self-starter – can work well alone or on a team
- Personal commitment to the Mission, Vision, and Statement of Faith of CURE
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.
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