Procurement Specialist
Current Process purchase orders for supplies, equipment and services valued at $25K day using Peoplesoft ERP and GHX ordering systems. Facilitate all returns of materials and goods for medical systems in Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, and Ohio serving more than 1M patients annually. Interface with multiple departments, including accounting, sourcing and distribution. Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with 100 vendors across the U.S. Monitor discrepancies and make… Show more Process purchase orders for supplies, equipment and services valued at $25K day using Peoplesoft ERP and GHX ordering systems. Facilitate all returns of materials and goods for medical systems in Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, and Ohio serving more than 1M patients annually. Interface with multiple departments, including accounting, sourcing and distribution. Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with 100 vendors across the U.S. Monitor discrepancies and make adjustments to save thousands of dollars during tenure. Use high level of operational judgment to meet urgent orders and resolve credit holds. Manage data for accuracy and generate scheduled and ad hoc reporting. Identify problems using root cause analysis and propose cost-conscious solutions. Work collegially with 20 team members and provide leadership to initiate process improvements, conduct cross training. Prioritize numerous tasks in a high-volume environment, including 100+ weekly rush orders for surgeries. Responded to shift in purchasing requirements related to pandemic. Show less