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Moore Medical, a subsidiary of McKesson Corporation, is a specialty direct marketer and distributor of medical-surgical supplies, equipment and pharmaceuticals. We proudly serve over 120,000 healthcare practices, facilities and organizations in non-hospital settings nationwide. We've built a world-class reputation for our highly trained telephone support staff and field sales representatives. We strive to stay abreast of industry competition and trends, providing expertise our customers rely on during changing markets and evolving needs. By supplying quality, innovative products, programs and ideas to medical professionals and organizations, our team helps improve the health and care of people across the country.

Position Description

Responsible for performing a variety of coordinating, routing, and material handling duties to meet production schedules. Expedites parts to remedy shortage problems. Picks up and delivers materials within and outside of company and maintains records on material flow. May be responsible for ensuring incoming materials are properly routed. May monitor the flow of materials and parts between departments in order to meet scheduled commitments.

Minimum Requirements

2+ years of related experience

Additional Knowledge & Skills

Responsible for the research, investigation, and processing of new item requests received from sales representatives and internal departments. Responds to product or freight related inquiries from sales reps. Contacts external vendors or internal sources to obtain information and ensures it is accurately recorded in sales and customer facing systems and material . Maintains the accuracy and integrity of the product data base and related programs. Provides additional support to various areas of the purchasing department on special projects and during peak work periods.

JD Ewards Experience is a plus

Microsoft Office

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Physical Requirements

General Office Demands

Benefits & Company Statement

We believe you should be rewarded for the important work you do. For that reason, you'll receive a competitive compensation and benefits package when you join our team.

It starts with you. That's a simple sentence but it says a lot. It reminds each one of us that what we do matters. Every single McKesson employee contributes to our mission - whatever your title, whatever your role, you act as a catalyst in a chain of events that helps millions of people all over the globe. By connecting and improving the business of healthcare, we're helping to ensure that millions of patients get the treatment they need. And by choosing a career with Moore Medical, you'll join a team of passionate people working together to improve lives and advance healthcare.

At McKesson, we believe we can empower healthcare. And it all starts with you.

As an equal opportunity employer, McKesson Corporation unites the talents and contributions of all to advance the power of healthcare. Learn more about our opportunities at mckesson.com/careers]]> Sun, 06 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2408627-Hartford-Purchasing
As the leader in pharmaceutical distribution and supply chain management, McKesson Pharmaceutical delivers supply, technology and care management solutions to over 26,000 retail and 5,000 health system pharmacies nationwide. Our company includes three segments: Our domestic network of distribution centers ensures that our customers - and their patients - receive the right medicines and medical supplies at the right time. Our IT segment provides service and support for more than 2,400 systems in independent, chain, hospital, clinic and nursing-home pharmacies across the country. We work hard so that pharmacists can spend their time on patients - not paperwork. Our Center for Financial Services plays a critical role in ensuring that hospitals, pharmacies and retail chains receive pharmaceutical products quickly - usually within 24 hours. Our entire team works to ensure patients receive their medications efficiently and begin the process of healing.

Current Need

Provides leadership and direction of Global Sourcing activities in achieving company growth and profitability objectives This position will work closely with Asia GM & Q/A Sr. Director peers to insure the uninterrupted supply of low-cost quality medical products. The VP of Global souring will lead the US base Sourcing Team based in McHenry Illinois.

Position Description

Directly manages Sourcing group establishing measurable objectives and performance criteria.Regularly reports to the SVP of Global Sourcing on progress of achieving goals and objectives - 25%

Jointly develops strategic sourcing and product development plan aligned with company growth, profitability and global business activities - 15%

Leads Global Sourcing activities for medical products outside of China - 20%

Develops effective working relationships with US and Global functional groups to insure alignment of objectives, priorities, activities and organizational support - 15%

Partner with Shanghai team to identify and prioritize initiatives to reduce product costs, minimize impact of commodities, currency and other negative market conditions while exploiting positive impacts. - 20%

Develops and monitors financial budgets to insure spending remains within budget and profit objectives - 5%

Minimum Requirements

- Strong leadership, communication and team building skills

- Minimum of 10+ years experience sourcing with mult-national companies

- Experience and knowledge with healthcare products a plus

- Proven expertise in cost negotiation, product development, quality, and logistics

- 5-7 years successful leadership of high performing team(s)

Education

- Bachelors degree, MBA preferred

Physical Requirements

General Office Demands

Benefits & Company Statement

We believe you should be rewarded for the important work you do. For that reason, you'll receive a competitive compensation and benefits package when you join our team.

It starts with you. That's a simple sentence but it says a lot. It reminds each one of us that what we do matters. Every single McKesson employee contributes to our mission - whatever your title, whatever your role, you act as a catalyst in a chain of events that helps millions of people all over the globe. By connecting and improving the business of healthcare, we're helping to ensure that millions of patients get the treatment they need. And by choosing a career with McKesson Pharmaceutical, you'll join a team of passionate people working together to improve lives and advance healthcare.

At McKesson, we believe we can empower healthcare. And it all starts with you.

As an equal opportunity employer, McKesson Corporation unites the talents and contributions of all to advance the power of healthcare. Learn more about our opportunities at mckesson.com/careers

Agency Statement

No agencies please.]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2388612-Illinois-Purchasing
As the leader in pharmaceutical distribution and supply chain management, McKesson Pharmaceutical delivers supply, technology and care management solutions to over 26,000 retail and 5,000 health system pharmacies nationwide. Our company includes three segments: Our domestic network of distribution centers ensures that our customers - and their patients - receive the right medicines and medical supplies at the right time. Our IT segment provides service and support for more than 2,400 systems in independent, chain, hospital, clinic and nursing-home pharmacies across the country. We work hard so that pharmacists can spend their time on patients - not paperwork. Our Center for Financial Services plays a critical role in ensuring that hospitals, pharmacies and retail chains receive pharmaceutical products quickly - usually within 24 hours. Our entire team works to ensure patients receive their medications efficiently and begin the process of healing.

Position Description

Serves as the primary point of contact and liaison between the NRDC, the McKesson Buying Center, McKesson Corporate offices, and the manufacturers served by this facility with respect to operations. Key to this position is understanding the Logistics and Supply Chain Headquarters' value proposition and communicating it to potential suppliers and customers.

This role is the main point of contact for vendor communications, problem solving, and escalation for day-to-day issues regarding vendor shipments, EDI, product pedigree, and all other items.

Minimum Requirements

Business Experience

10 plus years experience in operations, distribution and sales

Specialized Knowledge/Skills

Candidate must have an expert level understanding and knowledge of the wholesale pharmaceutical distribution industry, contact administration processes, logistics, and supply chain.

Highly developed negotiations and presentation skills

Highly developed interpersonal, relationship and communications skills

Communication skills should include developing and leading presentations that explain complex business models and value propositions. This level of communication includes senior and executive level management.

Strong understanding of financial dynamics and contract requirements

Strong technical ability

Education

4-year degree in related field. Advanced degree preferred.

Benefits & Company Statement

We believe you should be rewarded for the important work you do. For that reason, you'll receive a competitive compensation and benefits package when you join our team.

It starts with you. That's a simple sentence but it says a lot. It reminds each one of us that what we do matters. Every single McKesson employee contributes to our mission - whatever your title, whatever your role, you act as a catalyst in a chain of events that helps millions of people all over the globe. By connecting and improving the business of healthcare, we're helping to ensure that millions of patients get the treatment they need. And by choosing a career with McKesson Pharmaceutical, you'll join a team of passionate people working together to improve lives and advance healthcare.

At McKesson, we believe we can empower healthcare. And it all starts with you.

As an equal opportunity employer, McKesson Corporation unites the talents and contributions of all to advance the power of healthcare. Learn more about our opportunities at mckesson.com/careers

Agency Statement

No agencies please.

Recruiting Disclaimer

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As the leader in pharmaceutical distribution and supply chain management, McKesson Pharmaceutical delivers supply, technology and care management solutions to over 26,000 retail and 5,000 health system pharmacies nationwide. Our company includes three segments: Our domestic network of distribution centers ensures that our customers - and their patients - receive the right medicines and medical supplies at the right time. Our IT segment provides service and support for more than 2,400 systems in independent, chain, hospital, clinic and nursing-home pharmacies across the country. We work hard so that pharmacists can spend their time on patients - not paperwork. Our Center for Financial Services plays a critical role in ensuring that hospitals, pharmacies and retail chains receive pharmaceutical products quickly - usually within 24 hours. Our entire team works to ensure patients receive their medications efficiently and begin the process of healing.

Position Description

Provide day-to-day work coordination and direction to employees for all aspects of Supply Chain Services, including: replenishment buying activities; managing inventory levels; and supplier relationships (negotiations, supplier and item profitability, service level, product availability, long-term forecasting and product return activity). Point person for supplier issues for purchasing, accounts payables, business information systems and EDI. Collaborate with other McKesson purchasing teams (Fee for Service, Product Mgmt, etc.) to enable McKesson to maximize inventory-buying opportunities to achieve EBIT and ROCC. Organize supplier meetings to address operational issues, review and update supplier scorecards, and follow up on issues and actions that have been identified. Assist the Vice-President of Inventory Management and Sr. Director of Supply Chain Services to develop new processes for inventory/replenishment buying segments that maximize buy profits. Responsible for attracting, developing and retaining high performance teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Day-to-day management of all buying activities in support of customer service levels. Meet or exceed defined service levels that directly influence the department¿s achievement of targeted financial goals. Direct and manage the activities of Buyers and Expediters with overall responsibility for planning, budgeting, and managing employee work efforts.

Team with the Vice President and Sr. Director of Supply Chain Services to develop goals, objectives and measurements for department performance, to ensure alignment with the Pharmaceutical strategic business goals.

Prioritize work efforts to focus on highest value-added activities. Point person for escalated issues with supplier, service levels, inventory levels, etc. Proactively analyze and intercede in supplier relationships and the comprehensive buying process.

Continually enhance and maintain relationships with existing suppliers, and monitor supplier scorecard information and negotiate business changes as needed. Coordinate multifunctional supplier meetings to update scorecards, develop actions and follow up on actions.

Coach and develop staff in order to maintain a productive and motivated workforce. Champion new initiatives and act as a catalyst for change.

Maintain a strong working relationship with Product Management teams for Rx, Generic, and non-Rx products, fee for Service, and other Purchasing groups to streamline investment-buying opportunities, while facilitating and improving channels of communications.

Coordinate development and roll out of new or updated McKesson policies, such as vendor returns, terms changes and contract roll product cleanup.

Expected Outcomes:

Service level targets are met or exceeded

Inventory DSI (Days Sales Inventory) goals are met or exceeded

Department plan (inventory and expense) is met or improved

Supplier relationships are maintained or strengthened

Employees performance and satisfaction expectations are met or exceeded

Measurements:

Service level

Inventory level - Dollars and DSI (Days Sales Inventory)

Supplier scorecard

Employee satisfaction

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 5 years related experience in inventory management or purchasing with a healthcare, distribution, retail or grocery business. Strong analytical skills and thorough knowledge of advanced purchasing systems such as Score, DPR, E3, K3 or JDA. Two years or more of full scope management experience is required.

Additional Knowledge & Skills

Functional/Technical:

Pharmaceutical supply chain industry acumen (including understanding of market dynamics)

Inventory management functional knowledge (including demand management, forecasting, and service level management)

Supplier relationship management

Financial metrics and basic accounting principles

Project management

Analysis/Business Acumen*

Technical aptitude (PC, Spreadsheet, SCORE, etc.)

Strategic planning

Process improvement*

Managerial

Leadership

Company Perspective (Seeing the Big Picture)

Planning and Organizing*

Selecting and Developing the Right Talent* (Recruiting focus)

Building a Successful Team* (Team Dynamics and Employee Development)

Facilitating Change*

Professional Attributes

Customer Orientation*

Assertiveness and Influence*

Results Orientation and Energy*

Decisiveness and Judgment*

Openness and Candor*

Self Awareness and Accountability*

Conflict Resolution

Creative Thinking

Negotiation

Communication (internal and external)

Education

4-year degree in related field

Physical Requirements

General Office Demands

Benefits & Company Statement

We believe you should be rewarded for the important work you do. For that reason, you'll receive a competitive compensation and benefits package when you join our team.

It starts with you. That's a simple sentence but it says a lot. It reminds each one of us that what we do matters. Every single McKesson employee contributes to our mission - whatever your title, whatever your role, you act as a catalyst in a chain of events that helps millions of people all over the globe. By connecting and improving the business of healthcare, we're helping to ensure that millions of patients get the treatment they need. And by choosing a career with McKesson Pharmaceutical, you'll join a team of passionate people working together to improve lives and advance healthcare.

At McKesson, we believe we can empower healthcare. And it all starts with you.

As an equal opportunity employer, McKesson Corporation unites the talents and contributions of all to advance the power of healthcare. Learn more about our opportunities at mckesson.com/careers

Agency Statement

No agencies please.]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2114685-Dallas-Purchasing
Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, McKesson Medical-Surgical is the leading distributor of medical-surgical supplies, equipment and supply chain solution services. We're also a technological leader in the industry, developing products and services that improve processes and enhance quality and efficiency. We have 25 distribution centers across the country, employing more than 4,000 associates. We stock and distribute over 150,000 products and serve more than 85,000 customers. We're proud to be the only national distributor serving the entire continuum of healthcare. But we're especially proud to be the company our customers and their patients count on for solutions to their healthcare supply management needs.

Position Description

Responsible for overseeing activities related to the procurement of materials and equipment. Directs the activities of buyers and expediters to accomplish company objectives. Reviews and approves purchases above a specified dollar amount. Develops policies and procedures for the operation of procurement activities. Monitors the schedule and performance aspects of major customer contracts. Coordinates purchasing activities with sales department to maintain inventories at planned levels. Directs activities within the network to minimize working capital and freight / handling expense. May assist with the establishment and maintenance of the production control system.

Minimum Requirements

5+ years purchasing experience including 2+ years management experience

Additional Knowledge & Skills

Knowledge of JDA and JDE inventory systems.

Strong analytical skills.

Project management skills.

Previous buyer / purchasing experience.

Education

4-year degree in related field or equivalent experience

Physical Requirements

General Office Demands

Benefits & Company Statement

We believe you should be rewarded for the important work you do. For that reason, you'll receive a competitive compensation and benefits package when you join our team.

It starts with you. That's a simple sentence but it says a lot. It reminds each one of us that what we do matters. Every single McKesson employee contributes to our mission - whatever your title, whatever your role, you act as a catalyst in a chain of events that helps millions of people all over the globe. By connecting and improving the business of healthcare, we're helping to ensure that millions of patients get the treatment they need. And by choosing a career with McKesson Medical-Surgical, you'll join a team of passionate people working together to improve lives and advance healthcare.

At McKesson, we believe we can empower healthcare. And it all starts with you.

As an equal opportunity employer, McKesson Corporation unites the talents and contributions of all to advance the power of healthcare. Learn more about our opportunities at mckesson.com/careers

Agency Statement

No agencies please.]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2133939-Richmond-Purchasing