Pharmacy Buyer

General Summary The Pharmacy Buyer manages all aspects of drug procurement, department supplies, inventory management, and the Hospital 340b mixed use drug program and works with the Pharmacy Operations Manager and/or Director of Pharmacy to accomplish departmental goals and objectives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Maintains appropriate inventory and procures medications and Department supplies necessary to serve our patients and ancillary departments. Uses analytical approach to adjust the minimum and maximum for each medication we keep in stock. Maintains and procures medications and supplies for all clinics, offices, and offsite locations. Including proper billing and receiving for each and every location. Sets up new purchasing accounts; including meeting with reps, finalizing orders, obtaining W9, and contacting accounting to set up proper payment accounts. Works closely with director and operations manager to ensure we have everything necessary for compliance. Monitors and maintains software for ordering, Pharmacy automation, drug database, 340b program and all inventory control systems. Runs monthly reports and uploads information to third party software to maintain and improve operations including: Updating Craneware Monthly 340B cost savings report Shortage Report for P Committee Recall report for P Committee Manages all recalls associated with items related to Pharmacy, including pulling, packaging, and returning to either warehouse or manufacturer pending recall specifications. Resolves problems associated with on-going, fluctuating demand/supply issues; Negotiates with vendors and looks at creative solutions to procure medications in times of shortage. Resolves shipping issues Stays on top of weather related shortages i.e. earthquakes and hurricanes. Orders ahead for potential upcoming shortages. Training of new employees Coordinates special and/or emergency orders including same day deliveries for not just in-patient hospital but also arranges with clinics for emergency medications. Keeps within operational budget with regards to medications and department supplies. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature and professional organizations. Will be familiar with and may be asked to function as a Pharmacy Technician tasks when needed. Will communicate to staff any issues related to her duties and responsibilities. Job Qualifications Education High school diploma or equivalent required. Work Experience A minimum of three years pharmacy technician experience required. Certification/License Pharmacy Technician Certification preferred and must be registered or applied for Pharmacy registration after interview prior to start date. PTCB certification required within 1 year of hire. 340B certification within in 1 year of hire. Mental/Physical Requirements Considerable mental concentration required completing duties. Standing and walking up stairs 50% of shift is required. Light lifting (25lbs) required. Working Conditions Work is performed primarily in a standard air-conditioned office environment. However, a Buyer will occasionally need to function in a storeroom environment and travel to other departments in the hospital. General Summary The Pharmacy Buyer manages all aspects of drug procurement, department supplies, inventory management, and the Hospital 340b mixed use drug program and works with the Pharmacy Operations Manager and/or Director of Pharmacy to accomplish departmental goals and objectives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Maintains appropriate inventory and procures medications and Department supplies necessary to serve our patients and ancillary departments. Uses analytical approach to adjust the minimum and maximum for each medication we keep in stock. Maintains and procures medications and supplies for all clinics, offices, and offsite locations. Including proper billing and receiving for each and every location. Sets up new purchasing accounts; including meeting with reps, finalizing orders, obtaining W9's, and contacting accounting to set up proper payment accounts. Works closely with director and operations manager to ensure we have everything necessary for compliance. Monitors and maintains software for ordering, Pharmacy automation, drug database, 340b program and all inventory control systems. Runs monthly reports and uploads information to third party software to maintain and improve operations including: Updating Craneware Monthly 340B cost savings report Shortage Report for P&T Committee Recall report for P&T Committee Manages all recalls associated with items related to Pharmacy, including pulling, packaging, and returning to either warehouse or manufacturer pending recall specifications. Resolves problems associated with on-going, fluctuating demand/supply issues; Negotiates with vendors and looks at creative solutions to procure medications in times of shortage. Resolves shipping issues Stays on top of weather related shortages i.e. earthquakes and hurricanes. Orders ahead for potential upcoming shortages. Training of new employees Coordinates special and/or emergency orders including same day deliveries for not just in-patient hospital but also arranges with clinics for emergency medications. Keeps within operational budget with regards to medications and department supplies. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature and professional organizations. Will be familiar with and may be asked to function as a Pharmacy Technician tasks when needed. Will communicate to staff any issues related to her duties and responsibilities. Job Qualifications Education High school diploma or equivalent required. Work Experience A minimum of three years pharmacy technician experience required. Certification/License Pharmacy Technician Certification preferred and must be registered or applied for Pharmacy registration after interview prior to start date. PTCB certification required within 1 year of hire. 340B certification within in 1 year of hire. Mental/Physical Requirements Considerable mental concentration required completing duties. Standing and walking up stairs 50% of shift is required. Light lifting (25lbs) required. Working Conditions Work is performed primarily in a standard air-conditioned office environment. However, a Buyer will occasionally need to function in a storeroom environment and travel to other departments in the hospital.