Purchasing Administrator II (Petaluma, CA)

Join a team! We are a global diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products, primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neurology, dermatology, medical aesthetic devices, international pharmaceuticals. Our 7,000 employees share a common goal and values, propelling us to provide essential care to millions of people globally. We seek dedicated individuals who share our sense of urgency, unity, and excellence.

We are looking for a trustworthy and respectful individual who consistently does the right thing. Someone who is imaginative and proactive, with a keen eye for what is possible. A perceptive and adaptive person who is action oriented. We need a disciplined, focused, and accountable team member. If you embody these values, come join our company and help us shape the future.

We are all in it together to make a difference. Be a part of a culture that doesn't just wait for change but actively creates it—where your skills and values drive our collective progress and impact.

Responsible for the purchasing of goods and services, processing invoices and invoice reconciliation, and vendor maintenance for dynamic laboratory research and development company. The primary objective of this role is to work with business stakeholders to support the continued success of R&D through effective purchasing/supply chain activities. Must have the ability to use specialized software, create and develop efficient work processes, along with the ability to communicate and work effectively within a multi-site environment.  

Purchasing Responsibilities:

• Obtain goods and services in support of company business units by placing purchase orders requests within their scope of authority.
• Process and enter purchase order requests in SAP.
• Maintain blanket purchase orders for numerous vendors and contract services.
• Process change-orders as required.
• Make credit card purchases and reconcile monthly spend in Concur.
• Manage online accounts for all recurring vendors.
• Monitor shipments to ensure that purchases are received on time, and in the event of problems trace shipments and follow up on undelivered or damaged goods.
• Manage credits and replacements and process returns.

Accounting Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable –obtain and process daily invoices and enter receipts into SAP for goods and services.
• Respond to & resolve vendor issues, investigate & resolve aged transactions, address and review vendor statements to ensure accurate processing.
• Manage and run reports in SAP and clear match exceptions.
• Responsible for setting up new vendor accounts in SAP.
• Monitor and ensure purchase orders are adjusted timely and accurately.
• Assists stakeholders in resolving Accounts Payable issues.
• Address vendor inquiries for unpaid invoices.

Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 3 years purchasing experience required
• 2 years accounting experience preferred

• SAP (ECC or S/4 Hana) including purchase requisitions, purchase orders and matrix approval workflows, required
• Working knowledge of accounting software, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Microsoft Office
• Proven experience in managing technical and service-related CapEx and OpEx projects
• Effective communication and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational and negotiating skills
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
• Ability to set, coordinate, and meet tight timelines

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As required by law, Bausch Health provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in the US. Actual compensation is influenced by many factors including skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For this role, the range of starting pay is $21.00 - $29.00 per hour.  

Benefits package includes a Comprehensive Medical (includes Prescription Drug), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account with company contribution, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) matching, 3-weeks paid time off plus 6 days paid sick time (unless a state or city-specific policy applies) to start (pro-rated for new hires), tuition reimbursement, parental leave, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, 12 paid holidays (including floating holidays), Employee Assistance Plan, commuter benefit, recognition awards, voluntary benefits (including Identity Theft, Student Loan and Breast Milk Shipping), employee referral bonuses and employee discounts.

This position may be available in the following location(s):  Pataluma, CA

We thank you in advance for your interest in growing and developing with Bausch Health. Kindly note that in order for all stakeholders to be successful, we do require a minimum of one year in your current role before applying to another one. Please ensure you have discussed with your current manager the intent of applying to a new role.
 
Any exception will have to be authorized by your HR Business Partner.

Bausch Health Companies Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates collaboration.

If a candidate needs a reasonable accommodation/adjustment due to physical or mental health impairment for any part of the application process, they are encouraged to send their request to humanresources@bauschhealth.com  or call 908-927-1400 and let us know the nature of the request and their contact information. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.