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Senior Buyer

UW Health
dental insurance, parental leave, paid time off
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
8501 Excelsior Drive (Show on map)
Apr 01, 2025
Work Schedule: This is a full time, 1.0 FTE position. Shifts will be scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:30AM - 5:00PM. This position is hybrid for individuals living in Wisconsin or Illinois. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. Be part of something remarkable Help drive our procurement performance so we continue to exceed customer expectations. We are seeking a Senior Buyer to: Process complex purchase orders for non-stock supplies, general and specialized medical supplies, clinical supplies, medical equipment, and services. Be able to work with end users on discontinued, back-ordered products and supply acceptable "substitute products" for their review and approve for use. Proficient in Microsoft Excel being able to run pivots and do data analysis to share with contract manager for review. Be able to support in special projects as assigned. Work with business leaders for Capital and Non-Capital purchases of goods and services. Assist in obtaining the best products and services at the lowest cost to UW Health. At UW Health, you will have: An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being. Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement. The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions. Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance. Qualifications Associate's Degree in Business, Healthcare or related field. Required or Two (2) years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree in addition to the experience below. Required Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field. Preferred Work Experience 5 years purchasing and/or buying experience. Required * Healthcare setting experience. * Oracle Cloud or similar ERP preferred. Preferred Licenses & Certifications Certified Materials Resource Professional (CMRP) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) Preferred Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans. UW Health Administrative Facilities - UW Health has administrative locations throughout Madison and beyond where thousands of employees provide vital support to our clinical areas. These locations are home to departments such as Access Services, Compliance, Human Resources, Information Services, Patient Medical Records, Payroll and many others. Job Description UW Hospital and Clinics benefits