Purchasing Clerk

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

• Builds and maintains professional relationships with all vendors and their employees.
• Uses a forklift or pallet jack to unload deliveries as needed.
• Orders and maintains appropriate inventory levels using a computer-based inventory system.
• Receives deliveries, monitors and tracks food temperatures of perishables, and stores items promptly to maintain food safety according to regulatory guidelines.
• Communicates with staff to avoid shortages and ensure adequate stock is available for departmental needs; takes immediate action when shortages occur and offers appropriate substitutions.
• Communicates with multiple vendors, both internal and external, to resolve back orders and shortages; follows correct procedures for additional product orders.
• Promptly communicates with area leadership and staff regarding inventory status and issues.
• Maintains accurate records and processes invoices according to department guidelines; submits to appropriate departments in a timely manner for payment.
• Communicates with vendors on product and delivery issues, including quality, price, and product errors.
• Holds accountability for food safety and sanitation inspection scores in storage areas; labels, dates, and rotates stock using FIFO method.
• Ensures the efficient receiving, unloading, and stocking of deliveries from vendors.

• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English and understand food service terms. [Required]
• Math skills: add, subtract, multiply, divide and percentages. [Required]
• High proficiency using Microsoft Office Professional Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams). [Required]
• Ability to manage time to meet daily deadlines. [Required]
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. [Required]
• Ability to communicate with others in an effective manner that facilitates problem solving, interacts in a courteous, respectful, and helpful manner. [Required]
• Ability to create reports and trackers. [Required]
• Comfortable working for an extended time in coolers and freezers. [Required]
• Understanding of Inventory Management Application Systems. [Required]
• Experience with CBORD systems [Preferred]
• Knowledge of AdventHealth procurement practices [Preferred]

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

• 1+ work experience in food & beverage, inventory management roles, or supply chain [Preferred]
• Food Service warehouse [Preferred]
• Inventory control and ordering [Preferred]

• ServeSafe Certification (SERV) [Preferred]
• Forklift and Electric Pallet Jack certification (FKLT) [Preferred]

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.