Job Title

Buyer - Bilingual

Exemption Status

Exempt

Department

Finance

Manager Title

Procurement and Contracts Manager

Direct Reports

n/a

Requisition #

24541

Pay and Benefits

Estimated hiring range $64,130 - $78,390 /year, 3% bilingual pay, 5% bonus target, full benefits

Posting Notes

This is a fully remote role, but you must reside in Oregon or Washington. You MUST submit a cover letter with your application.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the purchase of goods, services, and supplies under general supervision in accordance with Company procurement policies and procedures. Reviews, approves, processes, tracks, and reconciles purchasing requests in accordance with program guidelines. Provides fulfillment customer service to internal stakeholders and external partners and members.

Essential Responsibilities

Purchasing

Reviews, approves, and processes purchasing requests such as purchase requisitions and program specific purchasing initiatives in accordance with program guidelines and in compliance with Company purchasing policies and procedures.
Completes program specific single and bulk orders within program guidelines.
Locates, evaluates, and selects sources of supply from established vendors.
Maintains data information, files, reports, and price lists.
Reconciles orders with ordering lists, credit card statements, and other data records.
Resolves problems related to shipping, receiving, and billing discrepancies with partners/members and vendors; negotiates returns and allowances.

Customer Service

Provides internal customer service by developing and maintaining working relationships throughout the Company; identifies customer requirements and specifications; acts as a consultant to customers by advising on products and vendors and providing guidance and assistance in compiling, writing, and review product specifications.
Acts as a point of contact for order fulfillment inquiries/issues with external partners and members.

Inventory Management

Maintains inventory levels; monitors order quantities, return policies and utilization.
Perform periodic inventory for stored purchased goods.
Facilitate orders out of storage inventory utilizing internal Company services or third-party services.

Organizational Responsibilities

Perform work in alignment with the organization’s mission, vision and values.
Support the organization’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion by fostering a culture of open mindedness, cultural awareness, compassion and respect for all individuals.
Strive to meet annual business goals in support of the organization’s strategic goals.
Adhere to the organization’s policies, procedures and other relevant compliance needs.
Perform other duties as needed.

Experience and/or Education

Required

Minimum 2 years’ experience in buying goods and services
Minimum 2 year’s experience in direct customer service
Fluency through language testing in a second language relevant to the population served

Preferred

Minimum 3 years’ experience in buying goods and services
Experience within health care, managed care, or for organizations that serve vulnerable populations

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Knowledge

General knowledge of procurement and contract principles and procedures
Understanding of basic techniques and processes for vendor negotiation and buying
Knowledge using various buyer related software such as purchase order systems and contract lifecycle management systems

Skills and Abilities

Ability to speak English, as well as a second language relevant to the population served
Ability to conduct cost and price analysis and vendor relations
Ability to utilize cooperative contracts/price agreements
Ability to negotiate, procure and establish strong vendor relationships
Ability to resolve issues regarding goods, receiving goods, and contract/PO to invoice verification
Ability to manage and prioritize time to efficiently complete work and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing, including presentation skills
Ability to convey information, listen to what others say and ask pertinent questions to gather needed information
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
Skill to enter, record, store, and maintain information in written and electronic formats
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with company employees, vendors, partners, and members
Ability to work in an environment with diverse individuals and groups
Ability to focus on and comprehend information, learn new skills and abilities, assess a situation, and seek or determine appropriate resolution, accept managerial direction, and feedback, and tolerate and manage stress
Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress
Ability to see, read, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement for at least 6 hours/day
Ability to hear and speak clearly for at least 6 hours/day

Working Conditions

Work Environment(s): Indoor/Office Community Facilities/Security Outdoor Exposure

Member/Patient Facing: No Telephonic In Person

Hazards: May include, but not limited, to physical and ergonomic hazards.

Equipment: General office equipment

Travel: May include occasional required or optional travel outside of the workplace; the employee’s personal vehicle, local transit or other means of transportation may be used.

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Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply. CareOregon is committed to building a linguistically and culturally diverse and inclusive work environment.

Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer. CareOregon considers all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

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