Pharmacy Buyer

LCMC Health•Marrero, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Buyer is responsible for identifying opportunities for cost saving through inventory control for the pharmacy department. Responsible for activities related to the procurement, distribution, storage, and asset management of pharmacy including IV room, IV storage, controlled substances, blood products, radiology products, the central pharmacy area, and clinics.

Requirements

3 years of experience in Institutional Pharmacy as a certified technician.
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
Associate's Degree Business
Pharmacy Technicians Certification
Louisiana Board of Pharmacy Licensure

Nice To Haves

2 years of experience as a hospital pharmacy buyer.
Completion of college courses in Material Management or Business desirable

Responsibilities

Manages drug procurement and inventory functions for the pharmacy department under the direction of the senior management.
Identifies and maintains potential cost savings by researching opportunities related to pharmaceuticals, blood products, radiology products, controlled substances, and IV solutions utilizing supply chain contracts as appropriate.
Procures inventory at the best price using established procurement pathways in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
Maintains adequate inventory levels of medications and supplies to support the hospital's requirements.
Executes inventory purchases, issues requisitions and/or purchase orders for pharmaceuticals and supplies, confirms order acknowledgements, and monitors fill rate for designated areas on a daily basis.
Tracks and keeps abreast of all backorders.
Schedules all routine orders to ensure timely delivery of medications and supplies, conducting research, follow-up, and problem resolution as required.
Identifies and communicates with key vendors to place orders and resolve invoicing problems.
Reconciles invoices and resolves discrepancies before processing paperwork for payment.
Completes inventory management tasks necessary to ensure product is available for fulfillment of orders throughout daily operations.
Addresses all drug recalls in a timely manner.
Prepares drug recall reports on a timely basis.
Oversees and conducts physical inventory and routine cycle counts in support of accurate reporting of inventory levels.