Pharmacy Buyer, FT

Prisma Health • Columbia, SC

75d

About The Position

Responsible for the procurement of a wide variety of stock and non-stock products, services and equipment at the most favorable terms for the organization. Placement of purchase orders will be with either an approved supplier and/or in compliance with the group purchasing organization (GPO) contracts. Tracks purchases and is responsible for follow up and expediting purchase orders. Acts as a liaison between the customer and supplier. Performs pharmacy-related functions in compliance with department policies and procedures and participates as an active member of the pharmacy team to provide safe, rational and cost-effective pharmaceutical care.

Requirements

• Education - High school diploma or GED. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience - Three (3) years of experience in a pharmaceutical setting including inventory control.
• In lieu of three (3) years pharmaceutical setting experience, may accept five (5) years of experience in purchasing and/or inventory control.
• SC PHARMACY REGISTRATION - SCPH
• PHARMACY TECH CERTIFICATION - CPHT

Nice To Haves

• Completion of additional training certifications from Automation Suppliers - Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes seasonal trends, statistical data and coordinates with vendors to meet customer demand.
• Reviews catalogs and other sources/materials to obtain information on items for purchase.
• Reviews requests for medications, supplies and/or compounding materials to verify that requisitions meet purchasing policies and internal customer expectations.
• Purchases goods, services and subcontractor services, to include medications, supplies, and compounding materials.
• Verifies accuracy of Purchase Order information (i.e. pricing, delivery date, location, order confirmation).
• Tracks, expedites, and coordinates deliveries.
• Collaborates with Materials Management, Accounts Payable, internal customers, and suppliers to ensure the timely resolution of issues related to purchase orders, product availability, receiving, and invoice discrepancies.
• Develops and submits reports as required within specified timeframes.
• Uses computer related systems and software in the performance of job function to include but is not limited to inventory management, 340B software, purchase orders, invoices and reports.
• Obtains quotes and sourcing information for customers when assistance is requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees