Purchasing Supervisor

BrightSpring Health Services • Uniondale, NY

4d • $77,001 - $80,017 • Onsite

About The Position

Our Company PharMerica Overview Are you passionate about finding ways to reduce costs, streamline processes, and ensure a consistent supply of inventory for the patients we serve? Purchasing is focused on acquiring and stocking inventory in support of our customers and providing high-level service to our teammates in support of the operation. This position will oversee the Purchasing team. Join our group of dedicated professionals and apply today!

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Three or more years’ experience in LTC pharmacy
• Two or more years’ experience in LTC purchasing preferred
• Advanced understanding of pharmacy procurement and inventory
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong workflow and performance management skills as well as scheduling skills
• As required by state regulations and business needs

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversees and supervises all Purchasing department staff and operations
• Manages physical inventory counts including reconciliation of reporting metrics to corporate Purchasing/Accounting departments
• Maintains appropriate pharmacy inventory min/max levels, forecasting and purchasing from wholesaler and warehouse
• Maintains appropriate inventory levels in accordance with out-of-stock tolerances and days-on-hand metrics
• Works with any backordered drugs from the wholesaler or warehouse for substitution or procure within another pharmacy
• Resolves any issues related to purchasing from internal and external customers
• Manages and troubleshoots pharmacy perpetual inventory system including cycle counts
• Notifies the pharmacy management of any “temporary out’ shortages that could result in the potential need to change patient therapy
• Manages vendor relations
• Oversees non-pharmacy related purchasing for the support of the operation
• Ensures that customer returns are re-stocked in a timely manner
• Responsible for maintenance and QA of pharmacy formulary
• Assists with implementing new contracts/programs to field locations
• Responsible for verification of monthly expiring medication check for all pharmacy inventory
• Monitors strategic buy-in programs and initiatives for the pharmacy
• Logs information in the system and acquires all new drug products needed by pharmacy
• Identifies additional cost savings opportunities or problem resolution to reduce cost/expense
• Performs other tasks as assigned by Manager

Benefits

• delivers personalized pharmacy care through dedicated local teams
• serving health care providers such as skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, and hospitals
• cater to individuals with behavioral needs, infusion therapy needs, seniors receiving in-home care, and patients with cancer
• Operating long-term care, home infusion, and specialty pharmacies across the nation
• combine the personal touch of a neighborhood pharmacy with the resources of a national network
• comprehensive solutions, backed by industry-leading technology and regulatory expertise
• ensure accurate medication access, cost control, and compliance with best-in-class clinical standards
• committed to enhancing resident health, reducing staff burdens, and supporting our clients' success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED