PRINCIPAL BUYER

Purchasing Department Manager

Provides assistance managing the day-to-day operations of the Purchasing Department across the Stanford Health Care (SHC) system; plans, organizes, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates the work and activities of Senior Buyers responsible for procurement of goods and services.

Locations : Stanford Health Care

Plans, organizes, prioritizes, assigns and supervises and evaluates the work of assigned buying team and together with the Manager-Purchasing, develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve departmental goals and objectives. Assists with the implementation of goals and objectives and methods for management of purchasing activities with the Manager-Purchasing. Establishes performance requirements and personal development plans; regularly monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvement and development. Provides day-to-day leadership and works with staff to create a high performance, service-oriented work environment that supports SHC's and the department's mission, objectives and service expectations. Provides procurement advice and information to customers relating to choice of goods and services; provides support to customers in the introduction of initiatives within the service. Reviews best practices and Federal, State, and City laws, codes, and regulations for changes relating to procurement and purchasing; analyzes impacts; recommends and coordinates policy and procedure changes; manages implementation of changes. Ensures the team is knowledgeable and current with evolving purchasing laws, regulations, and best practices. Assists the Manager-Purchasing with developing, maintaining, and administering detailed policies and procedures for purchasing supplies and materials. Performs other related and incidental duties as needed or assigned.

Education Qualifications : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Experience Qualifications : Four (4) or more years of experience in procurement / purchasing

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of procurement policies, principles, practices, methods, and techniques for securing a wide variety of goods and services. Knowledge of market conditions, sources of supply, and available commodities. Knowledge of applicable municipal, Federal and state laws and regulations governing SHC procurement activities. Knowledge of principles and practices of effective management and supervision. Knowledge of record keeping practices and procedures related to procurement processes. Knowledge of procurement data information systems; record management and archiving. Knowledge of principles and practices of sound business communication, project management, outcome analysis, collaborative problem solving, and conflict resolution. Knowledge of computer software applications related to the work. Ability to plan, coordinate, manage and evaluate complex projects including many diverse elements and technical requirements; utilize a high level of detail in developing and reviewing technical documents. Advanced use of word processing, spreadsheet, database and other standard business software, including the Internet. Ability to maintain and continuously improve customer service and to maintain and improve services and systems to meet high standards of quality and professionalism. Ability to define issues, analyze information and problems, evaluate alternatives and develop sound defensible recommendations and conclusions. Ability to develop, implement and monitor policies, programs, and program work plans. Ability to exercise sound independent judgment within established parameters. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing, including preparation of clear, accurate, clear, concise and comprehensive reports, professional technical documents, solicitations, contracts, trainings and presentations.

Licenses and Certifications : None

These principles apply to ALL employees : SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective : Know Me : Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care Show Me the Way : Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health Coordinate for Me : Own the complexity of my care through coordination Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and / or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements. Base Pay Scale : Generally starting at $45.94 - $59.73 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.