Hybrid Pharmacy Program Manager — Clinical Sourcing

Montgomery College; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Pharmacy Program Manager Clinical to lead medication purchasing, drug shortage management, and supply continuity across the health system. You will liaise between pharmacy operations, wholesalers, vendors, and clinical teams to ensure reliable medication supply while driving cost-saving initiatives.

The role requires 3+ years of pharmacy experience, a PTCB or NHA certification, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician credential through PTCB or NHA with at least 3 years of pharmacy experience.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in hospital or health system purchasing and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Lead system-wide drug shortage management efforts and oversee meetings with stakeholders.
• Monitor supply trends, shortages, inventory concerns and market conditions.
• Develop sourcing strategies to maintain medication availability and minimize disruptions.
• Manage relationships with manufacturers, wholesalers and 503B facilities for supply continuity.
• Review pricing and purchasing data to identify cost savings and efficiency gains.
• Coordinate bulk purchasing and support supply planning across locations.
• Communicate supply issues and mitigation plans with pharmacists and leadership.

Skills

Pharmacy purchasing

Drug shortage management

Inventory management

Vendor relations

Cost optimization

Education

PTCB or NHA certification

Tools

Purchasing software

Job description

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Pharmacy Program Manager Clinical to lead medication purchasing, drug shortage management, and supply continuity across the health system. You will liaise between pharmacy operations, wholesalers, vendors, and clinical teams to ensure reliable medication supply while driving cost-saving initiatives.

The role requires 3+ years of pharmacy experience, a PTCB or NHA certification, and strong analytical and communication skills.