Purchasing Supervisor

Polaris Pharmacy Services•Covina, CA

10d•$68,000 - $68,000

About The Position

At Polaris Pharmacy Services, we’re more than a pharmacy — we’re a dedicated partner in care, transforming how patients experience long-term, post-acute, correctional, PACE, and specialty pharmacy services. As industry leaders, we’re raising the bar for quality and coordination across all sites of care, ensuring every patient receives seamless, compassionate, and expert support. Founded in 2015, Polaris is proud to be locally and independently owned, with a growing national footprint. Our team thrives in a mission-driven environment where innovation meets purpose, and every role contributes to making a real impact. We offer more than just a job — we provide competitive pay, robust benefits, and genuine opportunities for career advancement. If you're passionate about shaping the future of pharmacy and making a difference in the lives of those who need it most, we invite you to grow with us. Job Summary: The Purchasing Supervisor is responsible for the direct purchasing of materials necessary to dispense medications to long term care patients.

Requirements

Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Able to work at a moderate speed.
Able to work during inclement weather.
Reliable
Good organization/Attention to detail
Analytical/Problem solver
Able to physically perform light lifting.
Must be able to work various shifts and days.
High School diploma or equivalent required
Pharmacy technician licenses/certifications required by state regulations and state of practice
Previous pharmacy experience required (one or more years of long-term care experience preferred).
In-depth knowledge of brand name and generic medications.
Knowledge of brand name/generic medications
Demonstrated leadership experience in a purchasing or procurement role.
Ability to mentor and develop team members.
Strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

Evaluate available supply channels to increase product value and reduce dispensing costs.
Negotiate contracts with outside vendors.
Establish appropriate purchasing guidelines.
Analyze and assess demand for new facilities.
Log and record all invoices and purchasing orders.
Monitor inventory and turns of pharmacy items.
Follow current policies and help to Develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401 (k) (available for Part Time & Full Time EEs)
Company Paid Life insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Personal Time Off (PTO)
Competitive pay with annual performance reviews and merit-based raises
Career growth potential
Annual on-site voluntary Flu Vaccines
Employee referral bonus program
Paid holidays are provided annually, with 6 days offered each year, along with 5 sick days.
Employees earn up to 10 PTO days each year, with rollover options and milestone bonuses.
Employees have the option to cash out up to 10 PTO hours each quarter for added financial flexibility.