Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent
FT, Days
Grand River Health | Rifle, CO

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

What You’ll Do

At Grand River Hospital District, our Purchasing Agents play a vital role in ensuring departments across the organization have the supplies, equipment, and resources needed to provide exceptional patient care. In this collaborative role, you'll manage purchasing activities, maintain strong vendor relationships, support capital acquisitions, and help optimize supply chain operations throughout the health system.

• Purchase medical and non-medical supplies for hospital and departmental needs.
• Coordinate with vendors and support capital equipment purchasing and bidding processes.
• Generate, track, and expedite purchase orders through Meditech.
• Resolve backorders, recalls, invoice discrepancies, and supply requests.
• Maintain purchasing databases, PPE allocations, and supply charge processing.
• Support value analysis initiatives, inventory projects, and departmental cross-training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who We’re Looking For

We're seeking a detail-oriented, collaborative professional who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and is committed to providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and able to build strong working relationships while managing multiple priorities effectively.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education is preferred.
• Minimum of two years of purchasing, supply chain, or related healthcare experience preferred.
• Knowledge of purchasing processes, inventory management, and healthcare supplies preferred.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Meditech experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills.

What We Offer

Our total rewards package includes:

• Pay Range: $20.43 -$25.52/hour (based on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO from day one, extended illness time, retirement plan with match, and more.
• Perks: Payroll deductions for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, pet insurance, access to outdoor recreation, and more!

Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

Why Join Grand River Health?
As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritize exceptional patient-centered care over financial bottom lines. Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere of a caring and friendly community has been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

OUR MISSION:
To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION:
To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.