Purchasing Agent at St. Claire Regional Medical Center – Morehead, Kentucky

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for procuring, inventory, and distributing supplies for SCH and all outreach services.

Duties/Responsibilities:
• Oversees the entire supply ordering process and assures all orders are placed promptly.
• Supervises Materials Management Specialists, Materials Management Team Leader, and Office Assistant III.
• Supervises all stockroom personnel in the absence of the Materials Manager.
• Assists Materials Manager in preparation of departmental budget.
• Interacts with supply vendors on a weekly/daily basis and negotiates for lower pricing.
• Completes and submits inventory reports to Financial Services monthly.
• Keeps Materials Manager informed of supply contract problems or needs.
• Makes purchasing decisions on supplies of a generic nature that do not require committee approval.
• Serves as a member of the Product Evaluation Committee.
• Reviews supply invoices and approves them for payment.
• Processes product returns and recalls.
• Assists departments with investigation of backorders or new supply needs.

Education:
High school graduate or equivalent required, Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred

Experience:
Minimum of one year related experience required