Purchasing - Part Time Buyer

Mohawk Medbuy Corporation (MMC) is a national, not-for-profit organization supporting health care providers across Canada. They are seeking a Permanent Part-time Buyer to assist their Purchasing team with order entry, supplier communication, and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform order entry of requisitions received from the customer base and generate subsequent purchase orders
• Maintain files and provide information to customer and suppliers concerning relevant purchasing policies and procedures
• Review and resolve any invoice discrepancies, while liaising with Hospital stakeholders, Accounts Payable, Receiving, Buyers and Suppliers on a weekly basis
• Issue Purchase Orders to effectively purchase equipment, material, or services in accordance with the BPS Procurement Directive and hospital procurement policies
• Process orders for material/services within set service level agreements (SLAs)
• Identify process improvement opportunities within the team
• Resolve problems, expedite orders and coordinate repairs and returns
• Review and resolve Open Purchase Orders, coordinate alternatives for Back Orders and Substitutions, and manage resolution of PO Invoice Match Discrepancies
• Work collaboratively to maintain adequate departmental coverage and ensure service level commitments are met
• Obtain quotes for low-value low-complexity goods / services

Skills

• Demonstrated commitment to continuous quality improvement
• Reliable and focused, with keen interest in contributing significantly to the MMC Purchasing team
• Ability to provide a high level of customer service to the end user and work collaboratively with team members
• Ability to organize, control and coordinate a variety of activities in a fast paced, team-oriented environment
• Excellent communication and analytical abilities
• Mathematical aptitude and proficient PC skills
• Adaptable and flexible; willing to take on new responsibilities as assigned
• University Degree or College Diploma in Supply Chain or business related discipline
• 1-2 years of equivalent work experience in a purchasing/supply chain environment or professional services environment
• Ability to travel to Mohawk Medbuy offices if required
• Must be able to travel to the Toronto office location at least once a month
• As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Human Resources
• Previous knowledge and experience in materials provisioning and an understanding of business and legal issues is an asset
• Basic knowledge of SAP or Allscripts preferable
• CSCMP designation, completed or in progress, is an asset
• Experience in administering terms and conditions of purchase orders and formal contracts is an asset

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible remote work options
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

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