**Position Summary**

Under the direct supervision of the Supply Chain Manager, the Associate Buyer performs a variety of purchasing and clerical duties while taking independent action to procure supplies and materials. This position may also include part and equipment purchases as well as dispatching equipment maintenance and repairs as needed. The Associate Buyer will communicate (in both written and oral communications) regularly with clinical staff, practice managers, regional directors, accounting, and external vendors. This position reports to the Supply Chain Manager.

**Essential Position Functions**

+ Prepare purchase orders and verifies specifications on purchase orders.
+ Assist with maintaining correct pricing and item descriptions in the ERP system.
+ Physically match invoices to purchase orders and receive products into the inventory database using the ERP system.
+ Setup and maintain vendor records in compliance with company policy.
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