<p>Park Nicollet is looking to hire a Purchasing Specialist to join our Health Care Products team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.</p> <p>Position Summary:</p> <p>Incumbent acts as an official buying agent for Park Nicollet Health Care Products. Responsible for placing product orders for all routine purchasing with vendors for assigned commodities and products, and order management which includes research and resolving invoice or any other discrepancies. Communicates with end users the status of orders/payments as necessary. Works closely with sourcing and Supply</p> <p>Chain Operations Supervisor in regards to contract availability, terms and pricing to ensure best value products through standardization, contract utilization and value analysis requirements are maintained. Works closely with appropriate vendors, supply chain staff, invoice entry staff and end users. Is expected to follow ethical and legal business practices in their interaction with vendors and to respond to both internal and external customers, in a courteous, professional and timely manner.</p> <p>Work Schedule:</p> <p>Fulltime 1.0 FTE. Monday - Friday, Days</p> <p>Required Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:</p> </li><li> <p>Associate Degree</p> </li><li> <p>Minimum of five years experience in purchasing procedures, accounts payable or customer service.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</p> </li><li> <p>A solid knowledge of accepted purchasing procedures and practices.</p> </li><li> <p>A basic knowledge of office equipment. Strong customer service skills.</p> </li><li> <p>A desire to learn and grow in Supply Chain knowledge.</p> </li><li> <p>Familiarity with Personal Computers and related keyboard entry Microsoft Word, Excel, Exchange E-Mail, Lawson materials management software helpful.</p> </li></ul> <p>Benefits:</p> <p>Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!</p> <p>At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good - good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you'll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.</p> <p>We're a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.</p> <p>At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We're working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.</p> <p>Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health</p> <p>As a HealthPartners colleague, we're committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.</p> <p>Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.</p> <p>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.</p>