University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleProcurement Specialist/UKHCRequisition NumberRE45959Working TitleProcurement Specialist/UKHCDepartment NameH3230:Materials/Purchasing ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level11Salary Range$54,080-95,056/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience3 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNone

Physical RequirementsThis position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; intermittently performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); occasionally lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

ShiftMonday through Friday 8:00am 5:00pm, as business needs.

Job SummaryThe Procurement Specialist role ensures the seamless procurement of supplies, including approving and processing purchase orders, building and cultivating a reliable contractor base, and offering crucial support to project teams. This role involves managing substitutions, backorders, and daily order activities to procure supplies cost-effectively and on time. Additionally, the Procurement Specialist resolves exceptions and errors in the procurement process by coordinating with various stakeholders, expediting orders, and maintaining strong customer and vendor relationships. The Procurement Specialist reports to the Director of Sourcing/Data and Analytics. Routinely communicates with clinical staff/managers regarding backorders to assess inventory levels and product status. Participates in a variety of special proejcts to assist management in the financial administration. Provides daily and sometimes more frequently, reports regarding item utilization, stocking, turns, PARs and DOH.

There is an IEBC being considered.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesSAP experience highly desirable, GHX certification recommended, Microsoft office (especially Excel) benchmarking tools, ERP applications (SAP)

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceA Business degree from a recognized college or university in business or medical field and minimum experience of 2-5 years in procurement from the health care environment is preferred.

Deadline to Apply06/23/2024University Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

1. How many years of Healthcare Administration experience do you have?

• None
• More than 0, up through 1 year
• More than 1, up through 3 years
• More than 3 years, up through 5 years
• More than 5 years

1. * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
2. (Open Ended Question)
3. * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?

• Yes
• No

1. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?

• HigherEdJobs.com
• Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
• HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
• InsightIntoDiversity.com
• Latinosinhighered.com
• HospitalCareers.com
• Indeed.com
• LinkedIn.com
• Institute for Diversity in Health Management
• A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
• None of the Above

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter