Buyer

Career Details

Full-Time Elmhurst, IL Posted on 4/14/2025

Job description

The Buyer will research and purchase supplies, equipment, and services required to support the delivery of healthcare services to patients.

Responsibilities and Duties of Buyer
· Oversees, monitors and maintains current inventory and stock levels across locations to help prevent shortages or excess inventory.

· Researches, analyzes, and forecasts current and future demand and buying trends to avoid stock outs while minimizing excess inventory to control costs.

· Collaborates with colleagues across different departments to meet the needs of internal end-users, patients, and caregivers

· Develops and maintains relationships with wholesalers and suppliers.

· Supports contract negotiation with wholesalers and suppliers.

· Facilitates the purchase of equipment and supplies.

· Assesses financial risks of purchases and proactively engages with management and/or third-party vendors to identify potential alternatives that help manage costs.

· Maintains accurate records and documentation to maintain transparency and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

· Supports data and analytics needs associated with identifying trends, maintaining KPIs, and strengthening individual, department, and organizational performance.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

· Efficient typing skills, with an emphasis on accuracy and legal aspects of purchasing.

· Proficiency working with procurement and/or enterprise resource planning applications,

· specifically modules that support supply chain management.

· Ability to compile information and make decisions.

· Ability to work under pressure.

· Ability to multitask and shift priorities as needed.

· Comfort/willingness to continuously learn and expand skill sets.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Ability to collaborate effectively, build consensus, and work with cross-functional teams.

· At least two years of supply chain or experience in a related field required; purchasing, procurement, and/or inventory management experience within healthcare preferred.

· Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, or related field preferred.

· Prior HME/DME experience is preferred.

· Brightree experience is a major plus.

· Proficiency in MS Office Tools including Microsoft Excel is preferred.

· Background check and drug screen is performed on all employees

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

· 401(k)

· 401(k) matching

· Dental insurance

· Health insurance

· Life insurance

· Paid time off

· Vision insurance

Schedule:

· 8 hour shift

· Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person