Purchasing Manager (Medical)

$55,000 - $65,000/Yr

Earth Fare - Asheville, NC

Full-time

Asheville, NC

Food and Beverage Retailers

About the position

The Purchasing / Warehouse Manager at Accucare Home Medical is responsible for overseeing all purchasing decisions and managing warehouse operations to ensure the company has the necessary products, equipment, and supplies. This role involves negotiating with suppliers, maintaining inventory levels, and ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. The position reports directly to the General Manager.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing decisions regarding all products, equipment, and supplies needed by the company.
• Negotiate with suppliers; analyze technical data in suppliers' proposals.
• Work closely with Warehouse staff to ensure appropriate inventory levels in stock.
• Control purchase order numbers, maintain documentation of all purchase orders, and compare items received against existing purchase orders to confirm receipt of all necessary items.
• Oversee record keeping so that all information is accurate and complete and manage the flow of up-to-date information between purchasing and other parts of the company such as accounting and customer service.
• Generate and analyze financial reports on purchasing and provide these reports to the General Manager.
• Develop, review, and suggest changes to purchasing department policies and procedures as needed.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with all laws and regulations, that the department meets or exceeds accreditation standards, and that best practices are implemented in all departmental activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Five years related work experience.
• Familiarity with durable medical equipment a plus.
• Strong interpersonal / negotiating skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good computer and analytical skills.
• Good organizational skills.