Pharmacy Buyer

VCU Health

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About The Position

The Pharmacy Buyer is accountable for the design and execution of supply and demand planning and customer forecasting systems; and the development and implementation of a stocking optimization model to minimize costs and inventory while delivering on service requirements. The Pharmacy Buyer assists with expenses and revenue budgets as applicable and meets customer service objectives. This position ensures and maintains compliance with all legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Requirements

• Current certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
• Current licensure with the Virginia State Board of Pharmacy
• Minimum of three (3) years of previous work experience as a Pharmacy Tech
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Communicates effectively with all staff members.
• Interacts with other health care practitioners in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Utilizes necessary systems to perform required tasks, displaying intermediate computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office applications, data management, database design and maintenance)
• Must be available to work all shifts, weekends, holidays, and emergency coverage.

Nice To Haves

• Four (4) or more years of previous work experience as a Pharmacy Technician
• Three (3) to five (5) years of buying/purchasing and inventory management experience
• Previous experience working with universally accepted inventory management concepts and applicable Standard Operating Processes and working with pharmacy information systems and automation utilized for inventory management
• Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or closely related field

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees