Equipment Procurement Specialist

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Job Summary

The Equipment Procurement Specialist - Veterinary is responsible for the equipment life cycle, from start to finish. This includes supporting and coordinating with the Sales and Service departments, project planning and management for all equipment orders. Hours for this role are 8:00 am-to-5:00 pm PST time for remote candidates. If you are within 50 miles of our Loveland, CO office, you will be required to work a hybrid schedule determined by the hiring manager.

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.

• Procurement of equipment orders from Equipment Specialists, Territory Sales Representatives and all internal/external customers, while determining an ideal source for purchase.

• Manages invoices, prepares purchase orders, maintains equipment files, processes credits and returns.

• Assists with invoice reconciliation with vendors.

• Follows procedures to verify proper documentation is obtained before processing high-dollar orders.

• Gathers ship dates and tracking information from internal systems and external vendors for assigned orders.

• Maintains data in Power Apps regarding order statuses.

• Supports the installation of equipment with the Service Department, Equipment Specialist, Territory Salesperson and the Customer.

• Works closely with Service Coordinator(s) for all resource and project planning: Transacts business as needed in and out of branch inventory.

• Acts as inside sales support team member for Equipment Specialist(s).

• Demonstrates a commitment to Patterson’s values and professionalism through appropriate conduct at all times.

• Performs other Equipment Procurement Specialist duties as assigned.

Project Management

Project planning for this position will track the entire cycle of an equipment/parts order including:

• Sales order, invoicing, and receiving.

• Equipment orders (PO) / Timing determination between vendors and customers.

• Resource planning (scheduling).

• Tracks equipment shipments, and ultimate arrival in Veterinary practice

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or above with general business or accounting concentration preferred, or 2-5 years equivalent experience.

• Has strong organizational, planning, and multi-tasking skills, demonstrates sound judgment and excellent decision-making abilities, and shows a great attention to detail.

• Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to positively contribute to the Branch team environment by taking initiative to learn and improve upon skillsets.

• Uses technology with efficiency, including Microsoft 365 and SAP CRM and ECC platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years previous experience in the animal health.

• Previous working experience with project management.

• Bookkeeping/accounting experience preferred.

• Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with Power Apps.

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

• Operating a computer or other office devices for the majority of the workday

• Sitting for majority of workday.

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.

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.

What's In It For You:

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

• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program

• 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays

• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

• Educational Assistance Program

• Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave

• LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program)

• Patterson Perks Program

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.

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.