Description We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for a Purchasing Assistant in the Healthcare/NHS industry, located in Palm Springs, California. The role centers around managing purchase orders, interacting with vendors, and maintaining spreadsheets. The Purchasing Assistant will play an integral role in ensuring efficient operations within our team.Responsibilities: Handle the creation of purchase orders Attend to phone calls as needed Maintain and update spreadsheets regularly Manage the processing of purchase order requests Maintain regular communication with vendors through calls and emails Liaise with vendors, staff, and administration to answer purchasing queries or provide updates Undertake the processing of purchase orders and manage invoice and purchase order exceptions in our systems Issue pay lines in IMMS and maintain all special purchase orders for the hospital ensuring accurate receipts Perform additional duties as assigned to support the team's needs. Requirements Minimum of 2 years experience in a Purchasing Assistant role or similar within the healthcare industry Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suites Familiarity with accounting functions Experience in issuing and managing purchase orders Capable of efficiently entering vendor invoices Proficient in using email software for professional communication Proven ability to create and manage spreadsheets Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities Strong written and verbal communication skills Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Knowledge of the NHS and its purchasing procedures is desirable. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
Full-time- ID: #52209155
- State: California Palm springs 92262 Palm springs USA
- City: Palm springs
- Salary: USD TBD TBD
- Showed: 2024-07-31
- Deadline: 2024-09-30
- Category: Et cetera