Buyer Position Available In DeKalb, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: Ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, the Buyer role requires 2 years of experience in customer service, supply chain, finance, accounting, or sales. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field. Responsibilities include managing the requisition process, price negotiations, and resolving discrepancies with vendors.
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Buyer 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 1575 NE Expressway NE, Brookhaven, GA 30329
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employed at Children’s and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (). Work Shift Day Work Day(s) Monday-Friday Shift Start Time 8:00 AM Shift End Time 4:30 PM Worker Sub-Type Regular Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s. Job Description Ensures the appropriate, timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Experience 2 years of experience in customer service, supply chain, finance, accounting, or sales Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field Workday purchasing experience Education High school diploma or equivalent Certification Summary No professional certifications required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated use of automated purchasing system (e.g., Workday, PeopleSoft). Ability to work independently and meet established timelines while seeking support and offering solutions when barriers arise. Ability to problem-solve with minimal supervision. Excellent oral and written communication, organization, and computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and Outlook. Strong customer service attitude with the ability to maintain effective relationships and function well in a team environment. Job Responsibilities Manages the requisition to purchase order creation process, including sourcing and price negotiations, ensuring data integrity and policy compliance for non-contract supplies and minor equipment. Assists customers in purchasing supplies by identifying system standards, engaging key stakeholders on supply options, and/or partnering with preferred vendors to source options. Utilizes key Supply Chain reports and obtains/analyzes order confirmations and receipts to identify discrepancies (e.g., pricing, UOM, part number, items not received on time, backorders, substitutions). Acts as primary liaison between requestors and vendors to resolve discrepancies to ensure timely receipt of product. Coordinates the purchase order return process in Lawson to track return actions and vendor credits requested. Partners with requestors, vendors, Receiving, and Accounts Payable to ensure credits are received and/or returns are closed. Participates in Supply Chain and systemwide initiatives, including customer rounding, training, and process improvements. Runs/reviews reports, including warehouse utility report, critical low report, killed/backorder report, overstock report, voids, and buyer expediting report (storeroom only). Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Primary Location Address 1575 Northeast Expy NE Job Family Supply Chain