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United States, Palo Alto · Job Posted January 29, 2026
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We are looking for a dedicated Buyer to join our client's healthcare team in Palo Alto, CA. You will be responsible for placing, expediting, and managing purchase orders while ensuring accurate processing, vendor coordination, and contract compliance. This role offers an opportunity to work collaboratively within a team environment and contribute to the smooth operation of healthcare services.

Job Responsibility

  • Interact with vendors and internal departments regarding purchase orders to communicate product availability, delivery timelines, and pricing information
  • Coordinate and manage changes to purchase orders in collaboration with vendors
  • Proactively expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and operational continuity
  • Maintain the purchasing system database and perform system interfaces with accounts payable and other internal systems
  • Meet with vendors and department representatives to resolve conflicts, concerns, and service issues
  • Monitor compliance with product standardization initiatives and vendor performance expectations
  • Report performance findings and compliance issues to the Purchasing Supervisor/Manager
  • Compose and place purchase orders using the automated purchasing system, ensuring accuracy and proper order methods
  • Process purchase requisitions, including electronic requisitions, department-specific custom requisitions, and general-purpose requisitions
  • Verify appropriate signature authority and department-specific requirements prior to order placement
  • Track and evaluate credits, billing discrepancies, and accounts payable issues
  • Work directly with vendors and accounts payable to resolve credit holds and billing concerns
  • Escalate vendor, contract, and compliance issues to Senior Buyers, Purchasing Supervisor, or Purchasing Manager as needed
  • Support departmental goals related to product standardization and consolidation

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university preferred
  • Strong vendor management and negotiation skills
  • Experience in a healthcare setting
  • Excellent organizational and documentation abilities
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency with purchasing systems, databases, and automated procurement tools
  • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

What we offer

  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
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