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Short Description Responsible for negotiating and purchasing materials, equipment, services and supplies. Obtains and evaluates vendor proposals and makes purchases per CUH policies
Prepares RFP's in accordance with required specifications.
Collaborates with end user departments from creation of RFP to final award.
Works within an MMIS application, creating Purchase Orders either manually or from electronic requisitions.
Responsible for providing status updates to requestors.
Coordinates special delivery instructions with Receiving.
Sources and evaluates new vendors where appropriate to provide Cooper with additional avenues for the most favorable result.
Assist in the development of ROI's as required.
Participate in Value Analysis Team and identify appropriate savings opportunities
Coordinate capital equipment purchases including obtaining and evaluating ECRI database information.
Experience Required Minimum of 3 - 5 years procurement and contracting experience, preferably in a Healthcare setting. Contracting experience includes negotiating, administering, extending, terminating, and renegotiating contracts. It also includes the development of Requests for Proposals. Must possess excellent Customer Service skills.
Education Requirements Bachelor's Degree preferred, or equivalent experience