Purchasing Staff

Job description
 Undertake the regular ordering of medical and non-medical consumables ensuring stock available to meet demand
 Maintain complete updated purchasing records/data and pricing in the system
 Ensure competent execution of all regular purchasing duties and administrative works
 Schedule store visits and conduct competitor survey
 Coordinate with supplier to ensure on time delivery
 Order and procure medical and non-medical special and capital items as directed
 Oversee and train any assisting in purchasing
 In all purchasing activities create specifications, obtains quotes, negotiate price, place purchase orders, expedite delivery and problem solve , keep records and track all cost
 Liaise with the suppliers and department supervisors to ensure effective and correct actions on order requests
 Investigate and problems solve outstanding purchasing issues and problems. Liaise with Supply staff and Hospital departments as necessary
 Assist and advice Hospital staff and Management with enquiries regarding purchasing issues, procedures, needs and costs

Qualification
 College Diploma in any related business course
 1 year work experience as Purchasing Staff
 Highly developed written and verbal communication skills including experienced in using email
 Proven ability to effectively communicate and negotiate with suppliers, clients and staff
 Experience of purchasing within a large service focused organization
 Proven ability to successfully project manages multiple purchasing tasks and achieves deadlines
 Good interpersonal skills
 Good organizational and problem solving skills
 Proven ability to work as a team member in a multidisciplinary environment
 Proven ability to apply high ethical standards and represent the hospital in a professional manner