Pharmacy Purchasing Technician

Weekends as needed How YOU will benefit: Supportive team with room to work independently Ongoing training and career growth Advancement opportunities in a growing company Referral bonuses Benefits and perks for You! Medical, Dental, Vision insurance Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare) Tuition discounts & reimbursement 401(k) Company Paid Time OffShift Differential DailyPayPet Insurance Employee wellness and discount programs *Benefits may vary by employment status Responsibilities As a Pharmacy Purchasing Coordinator you will: Maintain optimal pharmacy inventory by managing minimum/maximum stock levels, forecasting needs, and purchasing from both wholesalers and internal warehouses. Actively manage and resolve drug backorders, including sourcing alternatives from other pharmacies or suppliers. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to drug purchasing and inventory management. Consistently report "temporary out" products to the wholesaler's customer service team to ensure up-to-date supply chain communication. Inform pharmacy management promptly of any critical drug shortages that may necessitate changes in patient therapy. Adjust inventory min/max thresholds in response to volume changes or new business demands. Support the implementation of new contracts and programs across field pharmacy locations. Monitor and manage participation in strategic purchasing initiatives and cost-saving programs. Ensure all newly required drug products are acquired and correctly entered into the system. Proactively identify and act on opportunities for cost reduction or operational efficiency in purchasing and inventory processes. Perform additional duties as assigned to support pharmacy operations.