Buyer - SRGA - (Riverdale, GA)

Position summary Description Summary: JOB SUMMARY: The Material Management/Buyer is responsible for the procurement of material and services as assigned by the Director/Manager of Material Management. Must understand inventory control in order to minimize stock and non-stock orders. Must be able to communicate with department managers regarding discrepancies, pricing, substitutes and backorders. Must be able to prioritize duties for optimum productivity. Able to process and organize purchase orders and receiving documents for Accounts Payable EDUCATION, BACKGROUND, TRAINING 1. High-school Graduate or Equivalent. 2. AA Degree Preferred. 3. Previous recent hospital background as a buyer preferred. 4. Knowledge involving the acquisition of equipment, supplies and policies and procedures. 5. Expertise to utilize Material Management Info system (MMIS) and EDI. 6. Effective communication abilities. Work Type: Full-time Employee Shift: one Legend: Shift 1=Day, 2=Evening, 3=Night, 4=Varied.