Materials Management Buyer
Trinity Health
Accounting & Finance
Grand Haven, MI, USA
Posted on Apr 27, 2026
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
Position purpose:
Responsible for effectively utilizing a cost-effective purchasing and inventory control system. Coordinates purchasing activities with user departments. Reviews purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness, reviews requisitions, reviews, or holds requisition for appropriate approval. Responsible for identifying cost saving opportunities, processing improvements, and negotiating contractual agreements. Maintain constant open lines of communication with all departments within the company. Communicates with supplier changes in specifications, change orders, quantities, and adjustments.
Minimum qualifications:
High School education with an emphasis in business and accounting classes.
Sound grasp of the principles of general accounting, budget management and related issues are required.
Several years of recent experience in a directly related position within an acute hospital setting is preferred.
Professional certification in Heatlh Care Materials and/or Purchasing is preferred.
Completion of a Baccalaureate degree or its equivalent, with emphasis in business, finance, accounting or marketing is preferred.
What the Materials Management Buyer will do:
Contact suppliers, review prices for best lowest total cost.
Ascertains availability and shipping schedules and places all orders with designated vendors.
Arranges and processes necessary paperwork for the return and/or exchange of items and maintains accurate records of transactions.
Verifies and updates Meditech Dictionaries.
Audits departmental purchase order requisitions for duplication, completeness and accuracy.
Meets with sales representatives as needed.
Highlights and Benefits:
Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
Tuition Reimbursement
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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