Senior Buyer

cooperhealth· Professionals
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📍 Pennsauken, NJ, USOTHER

About this role

About Us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

The Senior Buyer will play an integral collaborative support roll in day-to-day procurement of medical devices and disposables to support the health systems patient care and patient satisfaction needs.  

 

The Senior Buyer will be responsible for daily transaction management to facilitate adequate supply flow from over 1,400 suppliers and 45,000 active SKUs.  

 

The Senior Buyer will possess a service mindset with emphasis on proactively managing, observing, and acting upon supply demand trends.  

 

A sense of urgency and ability to prioritize various tasks throughout the workday is preferred to achieve adequate results and avoid supply gaps, stockouts and rush orders.

 

The Senior Buyer will utilize the health systems ERP system to manage transactions and export daily reporting.

 

The Senior Buyer will rely on experience and judgement to resolve various business decision daily.

 

Works within an MMIS/ERP application creating PO’s manually and digitally from an assigned component of health network departments.

 

Responsible for negotiating and purchasing materials, equipment, and supplies.

 

Places orders with suppliers via EDI, Fax, Phone, Email.

 

Confirms orders with suppliers, for price, item, quantity accuracy within 24 hours to internal customers.  

 

Coordinates special delivery instructions/arrangements as needed.

 

Resolves invoice discrepancies with suppliers to ensure efficient procure to pay processes.

 

Provides internal customers proactive updates on supply availability, backorders, alternate supply options.    

 

Understand and interpret pricing variances and days on hand inventory calculations.Build and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers, supplier account representatives to achieve sustainable flow of needed medical supplies.

 

Coordinate RTV, returns to vendor, follows ups on late supplier deliveries, obtain shipping confirmations/tracking/proof of delivery

 

Use open order and open invoice discrepancy reports, uses GHX order platform to assess order accuracy/pricing/UOM.  

 

Operates within department policies and procedures, performs other duties as needed/requested.  

Experience Required

3-5 years experience in purchasing and/or supply chain field and experience in a supply chain role dealing with vendors and product orders

 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with equipment manufacturers, vendors, brokers, and suppliers

 

Proficiency in office products such as Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma Required

 

Associates Degree Preferred 

Special Requirements

Proficiency in asset valuation methodologies, industry standards, and market analysis

 

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and trends

 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with equipment manufacturers, vendors, brokers, and suppliers

 

Proficient in asset value modeling, cost analysis, and market research tools

 

Excellent problem solving and organizational skills

 

Results-driven mindset with a track record of optimizing asset value and return on investment

 

Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently and collaboratively

 

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

 

Attention to detail and commitment to quality

 

Adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset

 

 

Salary Min ($)

USD $31.00

Salary Max ($)

USD $53.00

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is the Senior Buyer position at cooperhealth located?
This Senior Buyer role at cooperhealth is based in Pennsauken, NJ, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Senior Buyer role at cooperhealth full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Senior Buyer role in the Professionals department at cooperhealth.
Which team or department does the Senior Buyer at cooperhealth belong to?
This Senior Buyer position is part of the Professionals department at cooperhealth. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Senior Buyer position at cooperhealth?
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When was the Senior Buyer job at cooperhealth posted?
This Senior Buyer position at cooperhealth was posted on Aug 10, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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