Position Title: Buyer

Department: Purchasing

Reports To: Purchasing Manager

Classification: Exempt

Workdays: Monday - Friday (This is an in-office position)

Work Schedule: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Join our team and have a successful growing career with Health Care Logistics!

We have a casual and fun work environment with the necessary tools and resources to help you build success and grow within the company. HCL offers competitive compensation, including a base salary and incentive structure, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development with a tiered Account Manager progression model. If you are a driven individual with a passion for account management and building strong customer relationships, we would love to hear from you! Excellent work life balance - never take work home with you!

Primary Function

Primary responsible for negotiating and purchasing materials, supplies and equipment with vendors that have established contracts. Reduce/control costs to provide quality products/service and drive vendor performance.

Obtains and analyzes bids in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Initiate and maintain all purchase orders, blankets, contracts, and other related purchasing documents including the maintenance of the computer database.
Review acknowledgements for agreement with purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies with the supplier to the best possible advantage for the company.
Follow-up and expedite orders as necessary to meet schedules.
Provide leadership in driving cost reductions and cost control measures with proper documentation.
Use appropriate processes and procedures to support production activities and Quality System standards.
Maintain high ethical standards and be professional in all areas of the Purchasing function.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Four-year degree in Business, or equivalent education or experience
Minimum two (2) years' experience in direct purchasing functions or equivalent work experience
Good MRP/ERP experience. Experience with Epicor P21 preferred.
Understanding of compliance regulations (GMP, FDA, DEA, Customs, USP, etc.).
Understanding of patent process.
Knowledge of inventory procedures and controls
Ability to be a strong team player
Good people, organization, and communication skills; both verbal and written

Benefits Program

Our benefits are incredible!

We offer a benefits package that includes:

6 Paid Holidays
Full time benefits 1st of the month after 60 days of employment.
Medical Insurance: We offer two medical plan options with low deductibles. Save more on premiums by qualifying for wellness rates!
Dental Insurance
Prescription Drug Program with low copays
VSP Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid time off - 7 vacation days and 8 personal days starting at your first full year of service (Prorated hours are given after 1st of the month after 60 days of employment)
401(k) Retirement including 4% company match
Company Paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance available for you, your spouse, and your children
Company Paid Short and Long Term Disability Insurances
Extensive Bereavement Leave Policy
Employee Assistance Programs
Rainy Day Savings Program

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