Pharmacy Acquisition/Contract Specialist (Buyer) - Pharmacy - Full Time
About The Position
This position is responsible for purchasing pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies for the hospital. The role involves managing all aspects of drug purchasing, including contracting, inventory management, cost savings initiatives, and ensuring compliance. The Pharmacy Acquisition/Contract Specialist will also oversee the buyers office and perform relevant financial duties related to drug purchasing. Additionally, the role includes participation in the 340B Program, maintaining relationships with Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs) and sales representatives, and contributing to quality improvement processes.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Business Administration or related field or two years equivalent experience.
- Minimum of two years previous experience in purchasing, receiving, or accounting in a pharmacy, hospital, or other healthcare business setting.
Responsibilities
- Processes all purchase orders for assigned areas and coordinates the purchase of standardized drugs.
- Manages the physical inventory for the hospital.
- Maintains contract compliance.
- Responsible for oversight of the buyers office and all associated functions.
- Performs all financial duties that are relevant to drug purchasing.
- Participates in 340B Program.
- Maintains a close working relationship with participating GPO.
- Establishes and maintains the proper professional and ethical relationships with all sales representatives.
- Participates in Quality Improvement process including: Identifying areas in which quality improvement process can be applied, Collecting and organizing quality measurement data, Participating on Quality Improvement Teams.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
