Purchasing and Inventory Specialist

Purchasing and Inventory SpecialistFull TimeRIDC PARK - Pittsburgh, PaThe Purchasing and Inventory Specialist will be part of the Inventory Team; with core functionalities focusing on the inventory management of all Pharmacy locations. The position’s main focus is the oversight of purchasing for all pharmacy locations, along with generating timely reports critical to inventory needs. This position will also review key metrics set forth by management and ensure purchasing process follows inventory objectives and goals. This position is also responsible for Omnicell administration. This position facilitates the management of medication inventories by; making sure drug product is within date, rotate inventory as necessary, stored within USP guidelines, timely and accurate stocking of daily wholesaler deliveries.Planning, organizing, and implementation of all purchasing and inventory related functionsPlans optimal ordering patterns based on individual vendor attributesCoordinates vendor ordering attributes for optimal pricing strategiesPlaces daily inventory items order for all pharmacy locationsResponsible for keeping accurate inventory recordsImprove the accuracy of metrics such as inventory valuation, expired medication waste, and inventory audit count accuracyCoordinates with Pharmacy staff to ensure fulfillment of daily ordersImprove maintenance of pharmacy inventory systemsResponsible for tracking dropship medicationsInvolved in audits counts of inventories including counting, investigating, and rectifying discrepanciesMaintain filing system for daily transaction documentsProcess appropriate paperwork for transferring medication and suppliesOrders all ancillary supplies for each pharmacy locationGenerates report looking at upcoming expired inventory items for all pharmacy locations, transfers inventory items and works with coordinator to shipCoordinates with vendor analyst on discussing and resolving any inventory related issuesCoordinates inventory and remediation of excess pharmacy inventoryCoordinates inventory planning and purchase approval process for inventory projectionsAssists in the insurance desk audit processIntegral part of the physical inventory processManages Omnicell inventory items, including but not limited to, utilization, optimization, audits, expired inventory items, Out of Stock, issuesManages all Omnicell requests, including adding new users, utilizations, service issues, and cabinet connectivity.Ensures automated dispensing canister fills are scheduled and inventory items are orderedReviews inventory of automated controlled inventory cabinetGenerates report reviewing all canister meds, evaluates inventory items not on LTC contract and swapsReviews Wholesaler Opportunity report and makes necessary NDC changes for each pharmacy locationManages out of stock and short supply inventory itemsAdds new items to pharmacy inventory systemsGenerates automated dispensing inventory reports and performs maintenance and updates on inventory itemsManages Pharmacy Cost UpdatesAdds any NDCs to system related to backup pharmacy utilization.Establishes priority and sequence of purchase order approvals to ensure key suppliers receive PO’s in a timely fashionIntegrates inventory metrics exception alerts into daily and weekly order creationsEnsures compliance with policies and procedures.Performs other tasks as assigned by managementTravel up to 15%Bachelor degree preferred, high school diploma required1+ year(s) inventory experience, preferably in pharmaceutical fieldProcurement and Inventory Control backgroundProficiency in desktop analytics, with emphasis on Microsoft ExcelExhibits meticulous work ethic and ambition to preserve quality controlExhibits professional demeanor and ability to work well with othersIncorporates company’s core values into daily workExhibits strong organizational skillsKnowledge of pharmaceutical medication and suppliesKnowledge of storage skills, such as, refrigerated items, outdates, and hazardous materials.EOEfm0418

Created: 2025-11-15