Supervisor, Purchasing - Acute Care

Location: Strong Memorial Hospital

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Job Location (Full Address)

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening

Worker Subtype

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Department

500160 Pharmacy SMH

Work Shift

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range

UR URG 110

Compensation Range

$61,000.00 - $85,400.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

Supervises a team of assigned support staff which acquires equipment and supplies to support academic, research, medical and building programs at low cost and in a timely manner. Plans and coordinates purchases for assigned University projects so that services meet the needs of Purchasing's customers. Trains and directs staff in prudent purchasing techniques. Purchases furnishings for offices, laboratories, classrooms, etc., printed forms, vehicles, and other commodities which may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Organizes and oversees regularly scheduled inventory counts at assigned locations. Coordinates with multiple teams and locations to ensure appropriate reporting is provided in a timely fashion. Identifies causes of inventory discrepancies. Communicates between internal inventory and operations staff and wholesalers to report, resolve, and track ongoing/unresolved issues. Analyzes reports and implements procedures to ensure policies and regulations are being followed.

Supervises a team of staff responsible for procurement and inventory tracking of medical and scientific equipment, supplies, and other commodities. Oversees assigned staff, including hiring, onboarding, training, and delegating tasks. Measures and evaluates individual and unit performance and makes recommendations on personnel matters.

Builds and maintains sound relationships with product users, suppliers, departmental staff, leadership, and other external entities, including governmental or regulatory agencies, to determine satisfaction with services. Initiates programs to improve services and efficiency. Communicates changes in services to users and suppliers and resolves disputes between supplies and users.

Processes purchasing documents in an efficient manner to meet user needs. Maintains a through understanding of purchasing and inventory software system. Ensures continuity of supply and timely delivery of materials. Coordinates special purchasing projects, ensures compliance with internal policies, government and/or other sponsor regulations and maintains files suitable for audit. Reports on progress toward accomplishing established goals to leadership.

Participates in professional organizations related to specialized discipline and acts as a representative of the department. Keeps abreast of new purchasing methods, sources of supply, products, and related regulations. May serve on internal committees related to functional area.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant administrative and supervisory experience required

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

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