Purchasing Manager - St. Luke's Hospital - MO

We are dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient, every time.  

St. Luke’s Hospital is a value-driven award-winning health system that has been nationally recognized for its unmatched service and quality of patient care. Using talents and resources responsibly, we provide high quality, safe care with compassion, professional excellence, and respect for each other and those we serve. Committed to values of human dignity, compassion, justice, excellence, and stewardship St. Luke’s Hospital for over a decade has been recognized for “Outstanding Patient Experience” by HealthGrades.   

Position Summary:  

Manages and performs general purchasing departmental activities for hospital departments and physician practices. Within the defined organization structure, works to identify and implement opportunities for quality improvements and cost savings related to standardization and utilization by appropriating assisting in the selection, evaluation, procurement, monitoring, analysis and implementation of high quality, efficient and cost effective products, services, processes and suppliers. Responsible for promoting teamwork with all members of the healthcare team. Performs all duties in a manner consistent with St. Luke’s mission and values.  

Education, Experience, & Licensing Requirements:    

Education: Bachelor's degree required; master's degree in field of expertise or related business or clinical areas preferred 

Experience: Five plus years of position related experience required Three plus years of supervisory experience required Negotiations and Contracting Experience required Knowledge of Materials Management/Purchasing computer system is required; knowledge of McKesson Pathways Materials Management is a plus Progressive healthcare experience, medical terminology proficiency, and broad base clinical knowledge with an eagerness to expand that knowledge required  

Benefits for a Better You:   

Why You Belong Here:   

You matter. We could not achieve our mission daily without the hands of our team. Our culture and compassion for our patients and team is a distinct reflection of our dynamic workforce. Each team member is focused on being part of something much bigger than themselves. Join our St. Luke’s family to be a part of making life better for our patients, their families, and one another.