Pharmaceutical Buyer

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• Responsible for maintaining inventory management systems. Setting appropriate par levels and reorder points for products in the Pharmaceutical Inventory Resource Center. Adding/updating inventory system records and content according to current purchasing patterns.

• Coordinates with department on identifying, removing, and quarantining any recalled items throughout the hospital. Utilize appropriate partner systems to identify recalled items that have been purchased.

• Processes and creates purchase orders according to vendor requirements (for example EDI, online, fax, etc.). Resolves order and invoice discrepancies by coordinating with vendors, as needed. Partners with inventory administrative support personnel to track and maintain records of purchase orders and related documents.

• Selects product alternatives when primary source products are not available. Communicates with appropriate Pharmacy groups and leaders to manage drug shortage and supply chain issues.

• Responsible for punctual completion of routine department level ServiceNow tasks according to provided schedule.

• Supports the Inventory Management Team to increase the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the department. Actively engages in problem solving and group discussions with staff. Supplies input to Inventory Leadership on current issues and resolutions.

• Works in collaboration with 340B team to ensure purchasing compliance. Updates appropriate shared documents to track purchasing on 340B accounts.

• Stays current on regulatory updates that affect the purchase and tracking of pharmaceutical items. Participates in the support and utilization of DSCSA software to ensure supply chain integrity and compliance.

• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.

• Performs other duties as assigned or directed to meet the goals and objectives of the department and the institution.

• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.