Buyer (Materials Management)

Manages and procures medical and surgical supplies for all areas under the purview of Materials Management, including but not limited to General Stores and Peri-op.

Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate field, plus one (1) year buying experience, preferably in a hospital setting. Experience in hospital and research-related purchasing is a plus. Computer literacy is required. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and computerized purchasing applications are preferred. Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.

Credential Required: Bachelor’s Degree

Primary Source Verification: University Hospital's designated Background Check Company

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Position requires standing two-thirds (2/3) of the time, walking two-thirds (2/3) of the time, requires sitting one-third (1/3) of the time, use of hands to finger, handle or feel over two-thirds (2/3) of the time, reach with hands and arms, one-third (1/3) of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl one-third (1/3) of the time, talk or hear over two-thirds (2/3) of the time. Position requires lifting up to ten (10) lbs. up to one-third (1/3) of the time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Moderates noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).