Where You’ll Work

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Buyer Specialist, you will be a strategic procurement leader, ensuring efficient, cost-effective acquisition of essential goods and services across critical healthcare areas. Every day, you'll manage procurement for diverse categories like pharmacy, capital equipment, and general healthcare supplies. You'll analyze market trends, negotiate contracts, evaluate vendors, and collaborate with stakeholders, directly impacting operational efficiency and patient care. To be successful, you'll combine sharp analytical and negotiation skills with meticulous attention to detail and a deep understanding of healthcare purchasing, transforming challenges into strategic advantages.

• Checks purchase requisitions for proper authorization and completeness prior to the acquisition of any requested supplies and equipment.
• Initiates and maintains purchase orders, utilizing Supply Chain software system.
• Works closely with requesting departments, providing information and assistance in purchasing related matters.
• Continually seeks to understand and support customer needs, concerns, and priorities. Meets or exceed customer expectations and requirements.
• Identifies available sources of supply, including alternate products, in the event of back orders.
• Perform procurement functions with accuracy and competence.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate, upon hire or High School GED or with three (3) years Supply Chain experience upon hire.
• Associates Other with one (1) years procurement experience.