Procurement Specialist

Branch Procurement Specialist

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success. One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

Job Summary

The Branch Procurement Specialist is responsible for the project planning and management for all equipment orders including collection of payment and installation from start to finish. This includes supporting and coordinating with the Sales and Service departments. We are looking for a team player who is dedicated to the equipment life-cycle.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.

• Project Management :
• Manages equipment life-cycle : sales quotation, order, receiving, invoicing, returns, schedule job site evaluation, resource planning, staging, inspection and inventory management
• Monitors Gross Margin for all equipment sales
• Works closely with TechEdge Service Coordinator(s) for all resource and project planning
• Coordinates the installation of equipment with the Service Department, Equipment Specialist, Territory Salesperson and the Customer
• Verifies orders upon receipt from the manufacturer and stages equipment for delivery to customer for installation. Equipment is tagged appropriately upon receipt at branch for inventory levels.
• Procurement Administration :
• Procurement of all equipment orders from internal / external customers, while maintaining an optimum inventory of items and determining an ideal source and timing for purchase
• Manages invoices, prepares purchase orders, maintains equipment files, processes credits and returns, create finance documents and file UCC's on some equipment
• Warehouse management including preparing, counting, maintaining and reconciling inventory using necessary systems, tools and equipment
• Accounts for returns as branch inventory or return to vendor
• Works with outside lenders to confirm finance approvals and collection of payments
• Works with vendors to research any price discrepancies from the cost on the purchase order to vendor invoice
• Customer Service :
• Demonstrates a commitment to Patterson's values and professionalism through appropriate conduct at all times
• Communicate professionally with customers and vendors; follow-up when required

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Working Conditions

Physical Demands :

Environmental Factors :

This position is in an office environment in which team members occupy desks in assigned areas or at meeting / collaboration spaces within the building. The building's primary work areas consist of desks, chairs, computers and other office equipment and devices for professional services.

Travel and On-Call : No travel required

What's In It For You

We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees :

EEO Statement : Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse / family member of a protected veteran; or disability. At Patterson Companies, we live our values everyday. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide, we're responsible for providing dentists, veterinarians, animal producers, and farmers with the support they need to keep us and our animals healthy. An Equal Opportunity Employer Patterson Companies, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.