Senior Director, Purchasing & Trade Amerita

PharMerica•Lyndon, KY

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Director, Purchasing & Trade is responsible for leading pharmaceutical procurement, inventory management, and buying strategy for the Amerita business. This role drives gross profit optimization through disciplined purchasing decisions, supplier strategy, and inventory control while ensuring consistent product availability and regulatory compliance. This position leads a small, centralized purchasing team and partners closely with pharmacy operations, finance, and clinical leadership to align purchasing decisions with margin, growth, and patient care objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Pharmacy, or related field
8–12+ years of experience in pharmaceutical purchasing, inventory management, or supply chain
Experience managing vendor relationships and executing purchasing strategies
Strong analytical and financial acumen

Nice To Haves

Experience in infusion, specialty pharmacy, or healthcare supply chain
Knowledge of drug pricing dynamics, wholesaler agreements, and GPO structures
Experience leading teams in a multi-site environment
Experience supporting audits, compliance initiatives, or internal controls.
Knowledge of pharmacy inventory systems and ERP platforms.
Prior exposure to loss prevention, inventory security, or controlled substance processes.

Responsibilities

Develops and executes buying strategies to maximize gross profit, including sourcing decisions, product selection, and purchase timing
Optimizes cost of goods through adherence to contracts, formularies, and strategic sourcing approaches
Identifies and captures margin opportunities driven by market dynamics (e.g., shortages, price shifts, alternative sourcing)
Oversees purchasing execution, including ordering, replenishment, and allocation decisions
Maintains appropriate inventory levels across infusion pharmacies, balancing availability, inventory turns, and waste reduction
Monitors inventory performance, including variances, expirations, and obsolescence
Manages relationships with wholesalers, manufacturers, and GPO partners to ensure supply continuity and competitive pricing
Supports negotiation and execution of purchasing agreements and trade terms
Aligns purchasing strategy with broader supplier and trade initiatives
Proactively manages drug shortages, backorders, and recalls
Develops contingency sourcing strategies to ensure continuity of infusion therapies
Monitors supply chain risks and adjust purchasing strategies accordingly
Ensures strong inventory controls, documentation, and accuracy across all locations
Supports regulatory compliance, including controlled substances and supply chain requirements
Partners with finance, compliance, and audit teams on inventory-related reviews and remediation
Leverages purchasing and inventory data to drive cost savings and performance improvement
Establishes and monitor key metrics (inventory turns, fill rates, COGS, shrink)
Identifies trends and opportunities to improve margin and operational efficiency
Leads and develops a small purchasing team, setting clear expectations and accountability
Drives performance through structured goals, metrics, and continuous improvement
Fosters a culture of ownership, urgency, and operational discipline
Ensures purchasing strategies are aligned across clinical, operational, and financial priorities