Purchase Coordinator, Food Service - Oklahoma City

About the position

The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for managing the procurement of medical, patient, food, and other supplies necessary for the Support Services department at Mercy. This role involves collaborating with the Food Service Leader to ensure that all necessary supplies for various menus are available, establishing inventory levels, placing orders, receiving deliveries, and maintaining organized storage areas. The Purchasing Coordinator also handles invoice processing and works with vendors to resolve any discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Purchase all medical, patient, food, and other supplies for the Support Services department.
• Collaborate with the Food Service Leader to ensure all supplies for cafeteria and patient menus are available.
• Establish pars and place orders for necessary supplies.
• Receive and check in all orders from vendors, ensuring accuracy of delivered items.
• Obtain credits for any missing or damaged items from vendors.
• Maintain neat, clean, and organized storage areas in compliance with health guidelines.
• Implement and maintain the CBORD FSS inventory program for menu-driven purchasing.
• Code and process all invoices charged to the department for Accounts Payable.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare food service environment.
• 3-5 years of experience in purchasing for a corporate chain restaurant or healthcare facility with significant purchasing volume.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to identify numerous product lines and communicate effectively with various departments.
• Background in purchasing from local food service vendors.
• Knowledge of healthcare-based contract negotiations and Premier contract pricing.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage from day one.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employer-matched retirement funds.