Hospital Purchasing Agent

North Carolina State University, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
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Posting Details
Job Posting Information


Posting Number PG193959SP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Hospital Purchasing Agent
Anticipated Hiring Range $36,000 – $40,000
Work Schedule Monday through Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department CVM Teaching Hospital
About the Department
The NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH), established in 1983, is one of the highest rated veterinary academic medical centers in the country, serving communities throughout North Carolina as well as many other states. The hospital staffs over twenty clinical services with board certified specialists that are nationally and even internationally renowned, ensuring the VH is on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine.
Patients benefit from the combined expertise of multiple specialists utilizing a team approach to patient health care. Each year, nearly 25,000 patients are treated in the VH. The VH provides compassionate care, state of the art specialty health care, expert clinical instruction for 4th year veterinary students from College of Veterinary Medicine, and ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and procedures to further advance the field of veterinary medicine.
Essential Job Duties
The Hospital Purchasing Agent is responsible for assisting with inventory management, procurement, and customer relations within the Veterinary Hospital. Obtains requirements by verifying, preparing, and forwarding purchase orders; verifies receipt of items and authorizes payment.
Primary duties of the Hospital Purchasing Agent include, but are not limited to the following:
* Verifying purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to inventory reorder report; clarifying unclear items, recommending alternatives to requesters.
* Preparing purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from requisitioning department.
* Obtaining purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders.
* Verifying receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolving shipments in error with suppliers. Unpacking and stocking items on assigned shelving units.
* Authorizing payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation. Managing monthly account statements to ensure invoices are paid in a timely manner.
* Keeping information accessible by sorting and filing documents accurately.
* Providing purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
* Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
* Accomplishing purchasing and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
* Cross-training to assist other Purchasing Agents and Inventory Specialist as needed.
Other Responsibilities
* Must be able to work in a fast-paced, continuously changing health care environment for a large and complex organization.
* Other duties may be assigned, as needed or warranted, by management.

Qualifications


Minimum Experience/Education

High school diploma or equivalency.
Other Required Qualifications
* Previous experience working with medications and/or medical supplies in a veterinary or human environment
* Familiarity with pharmaceutical, veterinary and/or medical technology.
* Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel (or similar software).
* Ability to understand and make high-level decisions regarding procurement of needed pharmaceutical inventory
* Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds constantly and 30+ pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in a veterinary hospital.
Required License or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required No
Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions


Job Open Date 04/30/2024
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 05/07/2024
Notice to Applicants
Special Instructions
If you upload a resume, please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume.

Position Details


Position Number 00102344
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Support Services Associate
Position Classification Band Level Journey
Position Classification Salary Range $ 33,540 - $ 58,335
Salary Grade Equivalency GN05
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Medical Emergencies
Time Limited Position No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id 192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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