Corry Memorial Hospital is currently in search of a full-time purchasing specialist.  

Position Summary
The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for procuring medical, clinical, and non-clinical supplies, equipment, and
services necessary to support hospital operations. This role ensures timely, cost-effective purchasing while
maintaining compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and vendor agreements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders for medical supplies, equipment, and general
supplies.
 Maintain appropriate inventory levels in collaboration with clinical departments to prevent shortages or
overstocking.
 Work with vendors to obtain quotes, negotiate pricing within established contracts, and resolve delivery or
quality issues.
 Ensure purchases comply with hospital policies, agreements, and regulatory standards.
 Monitor order status, track shipments, and follow up on backorders or delayed deliveries.
 Reconcile purchase orders, packing slips, and invoices; resolve discrepancies with vendors and Accounts
Payable.
 Maintain accurate purchasing records in the hospital’s materials management system.
 Assist with vendor credentialing, product evaluations, and contract renewals.
 Collaborate with leadership and department managers to meet operational needs.
 Support cost-containment initiatives and identify opportunities for standardization and savings.
 Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and hospital compliance requirements.
 Receive deliveries and unload supply trucks in accordance with hospital safety and handling procedures.
 Stock and rotate medical and non-medical supplies in storerooms, supply rooms, and designated areas.
 Report damaged, expired or missing items promptly.
 Perform other duties as assigned.

LECOM’s full-time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package along with competitive wages. Enhanced benefits include Highmark Blue Cross / Blue Shield Health Insurance starting at only $70 a month! Life insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all full-time employees at no cost. The health system also offers an excellent 403(b) retirement plan to qualified employees.

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