Posting Date
07/01/20265200 Virginia Way, Brentwood, Tennessee, 37027, United States of AmericaJOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Procurement Specialist is a critical member of the PRISM Purchasing team and will be responsible for purchasing the FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) for DeNovos, Relocations, Expansions, and Acquisition projects as required. They will also be responsible for centrally purchasing medications and equipment for clinics as required. This position requires advanced time management skills, problem solving skills, excellent customer service, a high level of professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple project timelines. This position maintains a positive working relationship with our Suppliers/Vendors along with multiple departments within DaVita.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all inclusive.
-Place purchase orders, follow up, track and/or expedite to ensure deliveries meet targeted operation dates
-Keep dashboard/database current
-Maintain open communication with Project Managers via phone, email, text
-Maintain open communication with internal stakeholders
-Build and develop positive working relationships with the team, teammates and vendors
-Attend and actively participate in Project Roadmap calls
-Attend and actively participate in calls with business partners
-Frequent communication with vendors via phone and email to ensure order accuracy and timely delivery dates
- Ability to work on multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
-Help implement department process improvements
- Support, provide guidance, and educate teammates on current processes and procedures, as well as on-going changes
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned including but not limited to:
·Work overtime with little or no notice as needed
·Attend team meetings, phone conferences, and training as needed
·Participate in company meetings and conference calls as required
·Assist with coverage during staffing shortages and leaves of absence
·Know, understand, and follow teammate guidelines, employment policies, and department or company procedures
·Consistent, regular, punctual attendance as scheduled is an essential responsibility of this position
·Occasional travel for team meetings
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
(Education, licenses, certifications, and experience required to fulfill the essential duties, include computer skills as required)
Associates or Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of two (2) years related experience in Procurement, Project Management, Supply Chain, Sourcing, or Purchasing/Buying
Working knowledge of Oracle iProcurement, Coupa, or Purchasing systems/applications strongly preferred
Basic knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
ESSENTIAL BEHAVIORS, SKILLS, AND ATTITUDES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS IN THIS POSITION
Commitment to DaVita’s values of Service Excellence, Integrity, Team, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Fulfillment and Fun with ability to demonstrate those positively and proactively to patients, teammates, management, physicians, and/or vendors (Village Service Partners) in everyday performance and interactions
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills including ability to listen attentively and to communicate information clearly and effectively
Demonstrated ability to work well with cross-functional groups and external customers
Demonstrated interpersonal, collaborative, and relationship-building skills; ability to interact positively with teammates at all levels of the company
Approachable and open
Demonstrated professionalism/courtesy in responding to phone calls and emails
Demonstrated proficiency in consultative skills when addressing complex inquires
Willingness and desire to create a team learning environment and to foster a positive, fulfilling work environment
Demonstrated time management skills and ability to work independently, handle multiple priorities concurrently with shifting time frames, and meet deadlines; self-starter with high degree of initiative, urgency, and follow through
Demonstrated strengths in organizational, attention-to-detail, follow-through, analytical, reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to present and document work according to standards required
What We’ll Provide:
More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.
- Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
- Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
- Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.
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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Skills Required
- Associates or Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of two (2) years related experience in Procurement, Project Management, Supply Chain, Sourcing, or Purchasing/Buying
- Working knowledge of Oracle iProcurement, Coupa, or Purchasing systems/applications
- Basic knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated time management, ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options, dental and vision coverage, an extensive prescription plan with many no‑cost generics, wellness incentives, and mental health care are prominent. These programs materially enhance overall total rewards value.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company match alongside an employee stock purchase plan provide meaningful long‑term savings and ownership opportunities. These elements serve as core financial pillars within the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and caregiver leave, fertility/adoption support, backup child and elder care, and wellbeing tools like Headspace underscore a family‑focused approach. These supports extend coverage to key life moments beyond standard benefits.
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What We Do
The name DaVita is an adaptation of an Italian phrase meaning “giving life.” We give life every day for our patients needing dialysis. Our mission is to be the Provider, Partner and Employer of Choice, and we are building the greatest health care community the world has ever seen, guided by our core values of: Service Excellence, Integrity, Team, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Fulfillment, and Fun. At DaVita, we’re a community first and a company second. We care for our teammates with the same intensity with which we care for our patients – and encourage our teammates to bring their hearts to work. That is, we can be the same people inside and outside of work because for us, it’s not work, it’s our passion.
