Purchasing Specialist - Pharmacy - Mon - Fri 9:00am - 5:30pm

Guardian Pharmacy•Brighton, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible, under limited supervision, for pharmacy purchasing and inventory management. The role ensures inventory is sufficient to meet operational needs while maintaining targeted inventory levels and contributing to budgeted margin targets through cost-effective purchasing. The position works Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. It requires up to 10% ground travel and the ability to work flexible hours. The role is based in Brighton, Michigan.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Pharmacy Technician license, certification, or registration as required by the state.
At least 1 year of related experience; an advanced degree may substitute for experience.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Ability to work independently, solve problems with minimal direction, and meet deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while adhering to strict deadlines.
Quality-minded approach, including identifying errors, investigating inaccuracies, and resolving them appropriately.
Ability to work flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Math, Economics, Statistics, Business, or a similar field.
National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB).
Advanced proficiency in a pharmacy operations system such as SureCost, Frameworks, or QS1.

Responsibilities

Manage inventory levels in response to utilization, shortages, backorders, recalls, and waste prevention.
Review purchasing dashboards and reports, analyze purchasing metrics, and identify opportunities for cost savings and improved inventory turns.
Use the SureCost purchasing system to evaluate options and place accurate, timely daily orders for medications and supplies.
Manage purchasing spend to maximize margin and comply with generic and warehouse purchasing targets.
Maintain and audit the drug file and formulary, identify errors, and update NDCs promptly.
Manage brand purchases in advance of price increases and generic events under the direction of Support Services Purchasing.
Communicate product availability, pricing, alternative products, and issue resolutions to pharmacy staff.
Coordinate returns of overstocked or misordered items to vendors and seek credits where possible.
Arrange returns or disposal of expired and recalled inventory.
Coordinate quarterly physical inventory and related reviews of turns, cycle-count accuracy, purchase-versus-dispense reporting, and par levels.
Perform audit counts to maintain the perpetual reordering system.
Ensure accurate processing of purchase orders and invoices.
Attend monthly calls and an annual in-person meeting with Support Services Purchasing, and use its information, reporting, and tools to manage purchasing spend.
Maintain policies and procedures for the functional area.
Work independently and exercise judgment to resolve issues and meet deadlines.
Perform other essential functions and duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive pay.
401(k) with company match.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible full-time employees working at least 30 hours per week.
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Company-paid basic life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
Company-paid long-term disability and optional short-term disability.
Voluntary employee and dependent life, accident, and critical illness coverage.
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Guardian Angels employee assistance fund.
Paid holidays and sick days.
Vacation benefits based on years of service.