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Purchasing Worker II
Location
United States
Posted
54 days ago
Salary
$20 - $28 / hour
Seniority
Mid Level
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Purchasing Worker II
Mass General Brigham
Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary Responsible for selecting and purchasing quality products for a business. Provides procurement process support to customers and suppliers. Essential Functions -Take responsibility for assigned requisitions. Source description only requests through existing vendors when possible, using knowledge of the Mass General Brigham item file and alternate vendors. -Administer purchase orders and other transactions from requisition development to completion. -Review purchase requisitions for appropriateness with regard to budgets and their conformance with established policies and procedures. -Identify and/or select potential sources of services or supplies. -Assists in determining if newly suggested vendors are appropriate to add to the Mass General Brigham Supplier File. -Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing. -Process requisitions and update management on the status of orders. -Analyze market trends and apply this knowledge to make insightful buying decisions. Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree General Business required Experience Directly related purchasing experience 0-1 year required and Customer service support-related work 2-3 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint). - Proficient in appropriate software. - Critical thinking, sales, budget, problem-solving, and negotiation skills. - Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Additional Job Details (if applicable) • M-F Eastern Business hours required for remote role • Quiet, secure, stable, compliant work station required Remote Type Remote Work Location 399 Revolution Drive Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $19.81 - $28.30/Hourly Grade 3 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: 0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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