Buyer

What will you be doing:

Reviews/monitors approved purchase requisitions for accuracy, monitors, price trends, maintains files and records of current and potential suppliers, materials and prices. Develops and maintains working relationships with external (vendors) and internal customers to maintain adequate sources of supply in accordance with corporate policies and procedures to obtain the most cost effective/quality products and services. Demonstrates ability to work well with other members of team to efficiently implement accepted product conversions, system changes, process improvement opportunities. Responsible for ensuring high quality, cost–effective product or service is delivered in support of the client core values and strategic plans. Reports directly to the Director of Purchasing. Keeps abreast of all Supply Chain Management policies and procedures.

Work Experience:

4 Years Applicable Experience

Skills & Experience:

· Materials Management Information Systems

· Data Analysis

· Advanced Microsoft Office

Area of Responsibility

· Reviews purchase requisitions for reasonableness with respect to item quantities and product specifications.

· Prioritizes orders, giving urgent medical and patient care related items top priority.

· Performs research concerning product availability, alternative suppliers, value analysis, and user references as needed.

· Meets with vendor sales representatives to discuss new products, proposals, and negotiated pricing.

· Obtains competitive bids when appropriate. Negotiates price, purchase terms, and cost of equipment life cycle.

· Prepares excel cost analysis reports detailing cost of goods analysis, potential rebate structures, and discounting levels.

· Routinely works with department heads to advise and recommend alternatives to requested products.

· Expedites orders delayed due to vendor or manufacturer backorders, credit holds, or emergency requirements and obtains acceptable substitutes as required.

· Manages electronic capital budget process coordinating requests, to approved · budgets, available dollars, and appropriate approvals.

· Supports supply chain initiatives and understands inventory management and accounts payable operations.

· Reviews purchase requisitions to ensure completeness and compliance with financial protocols prior to commitment to vendor.

· Reviews purchase requisitions for reasonableness with respect to item quantities and product specifications.

· Prioritizes orders giving urgent medical and patient care related items top priority.

· Performs research concerning product availability, alternative suppliers, value analysis, and user references as needed.

· Meets with vendor sales representatives as needed to discuss new products, proposals, and negotiated pricing.

· Obtains competitive bids when appropriate. Negotiates price, purchase terms, and · cost of equipment life cycle.

· Prepares excel cost analysis reports detailing cost of goods analysis, potential rebate structures, and discounting levels.

· Routinely works with department heads to advise and recommend alternatives to requested products.

· Expedites orders delayed due to vendor or manufacturer backorders, credit holds, or emergency requirements and obtains acceptable substitutes as required.

· Manages electronic capital budget process coordinating requests, to approved budgets, available dollars, and appropriate approvals.

· Supports supply chain initiatives and understands inventory management and accounts payable operations.

· Negotiates purchase agreements with vendors, incorporating requirements and specifications outlines on purchase requisition and department directives.

Required Qualifications

Work Experience:

Years of Applicable Experience - 4 or more years

Education:

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant Experience to include:

· Ability to negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers.

· Ability to maintain records, information and reference material.

· Ability to effectively communicate with a vast array of customers.

· Strong written, verbal and follow through skills required.

· Srong organizations skills and order follow throughs

· Reviews purchase requisitions to ensure completeness and compliance with financial protocols prior to commitment to vendor.

Education:

Bachelors preferred

Additional Job Requirements:

Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time
Be adaptive and change priorities quickly; meet deadlines
Attention to detail
Operate computer programs and software
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and in electronic formats.
Day-to-day contact with others (co-workers and/or the public)
Making independent decisions
Ability to work in a collaborative business environment in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions

Working Conditions: Hospital EnvironmentTravel Requirements: Travel 1-20% within the USPhysical Demands: Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves remaining stationary most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if movement is required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.Premier’s compensation philosophy is to ensure that compensation is reasonable, equitable, and competitive in order to attract and retain talented and highly skilled employees. Premier’s internal salary range for this role is $42,000 - $63,000. Final salary is dependent upon several market factors including, but not limited to, departmental budgets, internal equity, education, unique skills/experience, and geographic location. Premier utilizes a wide-range salary structure to allow base salary flexibility within our ranges.

Qualified full-time and part-time employees also receive access to the following benefits:

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
401k retirement program
Paid time off
Participation in Premier’s employee incentive plans
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Premier at a glance:

Granted World's Most Ethical Companies, Ethisphere, 2008-2026
Named U.S. News & World Report, Best Companies to Work For (2023, 2024, 2025)
Accredited by Forbes: America’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2024-2025
Given Modern Healthcare Best in Business Awards: Consultants- Healthcare Management
Awarded Cigna Workforce Designation Gold Level Recipient (2016,2017,2019,2020,2021,2022,2023,2025)

For a listing of all of our awards, please visit the Awards and Recognition section on our company website.

Employees receive:

Perks and discounts
Access to on-site and online exercise classes

Premier is looking for smart, agile individuals like you to help us transform the healthcare industry. Here you will find critical thinkers who have the freedom to make an impact. Colleagues who share your thirst to learn more and do things better. Teammates committed to improving the health of a nation. See why incredible challenges require incredible people.

Premier is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful discrimination because of their age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, covered military or protected veteran status (e.g., status as a Vietnam Era veteran, disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Armed Forces Serviced Medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or other protected veteran) disability, or any other applicable federal, state or local protected class, trait or status or that of persons with whom an applicant associates. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Premier complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer.

Premier also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability or those who have a sincerely held religious belief. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [email protected] or contact Premier Recruiting at 704.357.0022.

Personal Information submitted will be processed in accordance with Premier's Employee and Job Applicant Privacy Notice, which includes additional information about your privacy rights.

About the company

Premier partners with hospitals and health systems to improve care and lower costs by offering integrated data and analytics, supply chain solutions, and advisory services. Its subscription data and analytics platform, combined with the company’s large U.S. group purchasing organization (GPO) and consulting services, gives member facilities insights, negotiated prices on medical supplies and pharmaceuticals, and guidance on performance improvements. Data analytics help providers improve clinical outcomes and financial performance, while the supply chain platform reduces costs and boosts efficiency through negotiated purchasing. Its advantage comes from a large, interconnected network that combines data, purchasing leverage, and expert advisory support in one ecosystem, with the goal of helping providers deliver better patient outcomes while controlling costs.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Charlotte, North Carolina

Founded

1968

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

June 2026 court victory restored GPO use for eligible 340B outpatient drug inventory.
Premier launched a multi-year technology investment program on February 4, 2026.
New AI and product hires in September 2026 support faster cross-sell into providers.

What critics are saying

FY2026 first-quarter revenue fell 3% and adjusted EBITDA dropped 12%, signaling softness.
Patient Square's $2.6 billion buyout suspended dividends and withdrew FY2026 guidance.
GPO dependence faces structural pressure if hospitals shift purchasing to internalized sourcing teams.

What makes Premier unique

Premier pairs $86 billion purchasing scale with integrated analytics and supply chain tools.
September 21, 2026 appointments push an AI-first product strategy under Emad Rizk.
HSHS expanded partnership on September 2026 shows Premier still wins transformation mandates.

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation
Performance Bonus
Professional Development Budget

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

1 year growth

16%

2 year growth

15%

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