Procurement Specialist (Modesto Stoddard) bei None

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of day-to-day procurement activities; including organizing, monitoring storage and distribution of goods and supplies, inventory control, and durable medical equipment, participates in policy and procedure updates and implementation. Provides training and updates to staff.

Schedule is Monday – Friday, working at our Modesto Stoddard Administrative Office.

Compensation: $25.87 - $27.16 an hour

Golden Valley Health Centers offers excellent benefits including Medical: (0 Deductible / $2,000 Individual; $4,000 Family Out-of-Pocket Max), excellent PPO coverages; Dental; Vision; Pet Insurance, 403(b) with match, FSA plans, gym discounts, and so much more!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrate effective communication and problem solving.
• Creates and implements an inventory tracking system for all sites, ensuring the carts are properly configured with appropriate shelves, compartments, and wheels for efficient movement and storage of items. It also includes labeling and organizing the carts for easy identification and tracking, using a system to record cart contents and location within the inventory system.
• Creates and maintains a benchmark inventory level PAR, (periodic automatic replenishment), which helps determine how much to order and when to replenish stock reducing waste, overages and maintaining appropriate use of resources.
• Regularly reviews and adjusts PAR levels based upon changes in demand and supply patterns.
• Monitors and maintains inventory supplies ensuring storage, tracking and fulfillment is optimal and efficient.
• Receives and processes requests for durable medical equipment; and researches, coordinates, responds timely to, and tracks all inquiries and submissions to CMS and DHCS.
• Performs regular inventory counts and reconciliations to verify accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies between physical inventory and records.
• Develops and implements best practices for efficient inventory management.
• Analyzes historical data and trends to predict future inventory requirements.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with suppliers, coordinating deliveries, and resolving any supply-related issues.
• Works with various departments and team members to ensure purchasing and inventory needs are met.
• Monitors and verifies suppliers for vendor suspension or debarment in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Identifies opportunities to reduce costs and enhance quality of services.
• Writes and updates department policies.
• Trains staff on system processes.
• Travels to other sites as needed.
• Learn and preform duties in other department roles to support department needs.
• Other duties and/or special projects as assigned.

Physical Demands          

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  On a regular basis move 100 plus pounds, on wheels.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must have high manual dexterity and able to lift/reach above shoulder.  Employee must be able to perform the requirements of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment        

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Education/ Experience Requirements    

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills needed with demonstrated ability to interpret data trends and develop the necessary action plan.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both oral and in writing.
• Working knowledge of MS word, excel and power point.
• Must be able to research and implement new programs to improve cost savings.
• Valid California driver’s license, vehicle insurance and acceptable driving record.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two (2) years of purchasing and inventory control experience required.
• Experience presenting to, and training both small and large groups preferred.
• Community health center experience preferred.