Job Description

Staff Position Description

Position Title: Buyer Position Code: Buyer-8100

Department: Materials Management Safety Sensitive: Yes

Reports to: Director, Materials Management Exempt Status: No

Position Purpose:

All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision of providing the region’s best clinical care and patient service through an environment that fosters respect for others and pride in performance.

Key Responsibilities [List of material responsibilities and essentials duties which must be completed in achieving the objectives of the position]

Researches and acquires a variety of materials, equipment and services according to the organization’s guidelines for cost, quality and delivery.

Qualifications [Statements regarding minimum educational and experience qualifications, required proficiencies with specialized knowledge, computer proficiencies, military service, required certifications, etc.]

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Certification/Licensure: None.

Skills/Knowledge: Effective interpersonal and customer relation skills; experience working with computers and software systems, including Microsoft Office and purchasing systems, compiling statistics and researching and providing information in spreadsheet format. Knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures.

Preferences [Preferred attributes for the position which are not absolutely required in the minimum qualifications (i.e., multi-lingual, master’s degree)]

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Experience: At least one year previous experience as a buyer, preferably in a hospital setting.

Special Position Requirements [Optional section: any travel, security, risk, hazard or related special conditions which apply to the position]

Category III blood borne disease exposure.

Work Requirements [Optional section: work requirements for physical or other important issues which relate to the job]

Must be able to sit for a majority of the work day at a computer terminal and have the ability to use a computer keyboard and telephone. Ability to handle a high volume of customer contacts each day with the ability to clearly communicate. Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and periods of prolonged standing or walking.

Date Staff Position Description Created / Revised: 3/2019; 4/25/2019