- Location
- Huntsville, AL, US
- Department
- Retail
- Education
- Associate
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Overview
Provides price evaluation on all food supplies, equipment and related costs. Determines best pricing available from vendors by comparing prices available in the marketplace with prices currently paid for the same for similar items. Determines savings impact and recommends standardization and product change. Ensures proper documentation and audit trails are maintained. Ensures prudent and ethical pricing practices are followed. Provide assistance and guidance to the Buyer to ensure the appropriate levels of stock meeting the highest quality are on hand.
Qualifications
Education required: High School diploma or GED required.
Education preferred: Associate degree from an accredited college or will consider equivalent purchasing experience in lieu of education.
Experience: Purchasing experience required. Some Food Service work environment preferably in a healthcare setting with high volume.
Additional skills: Excellent communication and customer service skills required. Must have strong organizational skills with the ability to solve problems independently. Must be knowledgeable of and able to follow the standards of federal, state and regulatory agencies and JCAHO for sanitation, food preparation and handling. Must have high proficiency in negotiation skills. Must have the ability to manage heavy workload and changes to meet urgent and emergency requirements.