Senior Buyer Management Services

Premier Inc.

. Obtain materials, supplies and equipment from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with GPO considerations, quality, source reliability, and urgency .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $52,000 - $78,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement processes, including negotiation with suppliers, cost analysis, and inventory management. Proficient in utilizing Materials Management Information Systems and advanced Microsoft Office tools to support supply chain initiatives and ensure compliance with financial protocols.

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Negotiation SkillsData AnalysisMaterials Management Information SystemsAdvanced Microsoft OfficeAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Cost AnalysisInventory ManagementPurchase Requisition ReviewVendor Agreement NegotiationCompetitive Bidding

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationAdaptabilityDecision MakingCollaborationAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain InitiativesFinancial ProtocolsProduct SpecificationsEmergency OrdersCapital Budget Process

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Obtain materials, supplies and equipment from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with GPO considerations, quality, source reliability, and urgency
Review purchase requisitions for quantity, product specifications, completeness, and compliance with financial protocols
Prioritize urgent medical and patient-care-related orders
Research product availability, alternative suppliers, value analysis, and user references
Meet with vendor sales representatives regarding new products, proposals, and negotiated pricing
Obtain competitive bids and negotiate prices, purchase terms, equipment life-cycle costs, and vendor agreements
Prepare Excel cost analysis reports covering cost of goods, rebate structures, and discount levels
Advise department heads and recommend alternatives to requested products
Expedite delayed orders and obtain acceptable substitutes for backorders, credit holds, or emergencies
Manage the electronic capital budget process, coordinating requests, approved budgets, available funds, and approvals
Support supply chain initiatives and understand inventory management and accounts payable operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

4 or more years of applicable experience
High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Ability to negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers
Ability to effectively communicate with a vast array of customers
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Materials Management Information Systems
Data Analysis
Advanced Microsoft Office
Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time
Be adaptive and change priorities quickly; meet deadlines
Attention to detail
Operate computer programs and software
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and in electronic formats
Day-to-day contact with others (co-workers and/or the public)
Making independent decisions
Ability to work in a collaborative business environment in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions
No travel required
Sedentary physical demands: exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount frequently or constantly

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
401k retirement program
Paid time off
Participation in Premier’s employee incentive plans
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
Perks and discounts
Access to on-site and online exercise classes