Inventory Control Specialist

Strive Compounding Pharmacy; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid healthcare coverage

Free Strive compounded medications for

Paid time off

Sick time

FSA and HSA options

Parental leave

401(k) with employer matching

Life insurance

Vision and dental insurance

Veterinary insurance

Job summary

Strive Pharmacy in Leesburg, VA is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to manage daily inventory, restock, receive, and label supplies in a growing, patient-focused compounding pharmacy. The role supports accuracy and efficiency while collaborating with pharmacists and leadership.

The position is full-time, onsite, with a schedule Mon-Fri, 9:00am–5:30pm; 1–3 years of inventory experience and a Pharmacy Technician certification (or willingness to obtain within 6 months) are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or related work.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification or Trainee Certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months after hire date.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and workflow standards consistently.
• Dependability and accountability in completing daily tasks.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced and growing environment.
• Previous experience in inventory, warehouse, or related work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inventory functions including restocking, receiving, labeling, and organizing supplies.
• Assist with cycle counts, audits, and physical inventory.
• Support inventory accuracy by reporting discrepancies and following corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with workflow policies and company standards.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure tasks are completed on time and accurately.
• Assist pharmacists, leadership, and other departments with inventory-related needs.
• Uphold clean, organized, and safe work environments at both locations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Certification or Trainee Certification (or willing to obtain within 6 months)

Tools

Forklift certification

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Job description

Company Overview

Strive Pharmacy is a personalized compounding pharmacy built on a simple conviction: medicine should fit the patient, not the other way around. We started Strive because we believed the pharmaceutical industry was overdue for a more human approach- one that prioritizes individualized care, clinical nuance, and genuine partnership with patients and providers.

Compounding gives us the tools to do that. Every formulation we prepare is built to the specific needs of a specific person, and every interaction we have is guided by that same commitment to personalized care.

We're growing, and we're looking for people who share that conviction. If you're ready to be part of a pharmacy that takes the work seriously and the people even more seriously, we'd like to meet you.

Mission

Strive exists to disrupt an industry long overdue for a more personal approach to care. We put the human element at the center of everything: every formulation, every patient interaction, every provider partnership. We're not just a compounding pharmacy. We're a team on a mission to change what personalized healthcare looks and feels like.

Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday; 9:00am - 5:30pm

Position Overview

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for executing the daily operations that keep inventory accurate, organized, and available. Specialists perform the majority of hands-on tasks such as restocking, receiving deliveries, and maintaining workflow standards. This role requires attention to detail, adaptability, and strong teamwork to support the Inventory Control Lead in ensuring accuracy and efficiency as Strive continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily inventory functions including restocking, receiving, labeling, and organizing supplies.
• Assist with cycle counts, audits, and physical inventory.
• Support inventory accuracy by reporting discrepancies and following corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with workflow policies and company standards.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure tasks are completed on time and accurately.
• Assist pharmacists, leadership, and other departments with inventory-related needs.
• Uphold clean, organized, and safe work environments at both locations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or related work.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification or Trainee Certification or willing to obtain within 6 months after your hire date.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and workflow standards consistently.
• Dependability and accountability in completing daily tasks.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced and growing environment.
• Previous experience in inventory, warehouse, or related work preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office or Google Docs.
• Experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical, or compounding pharmacy inventory.
• Forklift certification highly preferred

Work Environment

This position is primarily based in an onsite work environment. The role requires regular periods of sitting, standing, and computer use, with occasional lifting as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Hourly Pay Rate

$22 - $27 USD

Join Us In Making An Impact

At Strive, the work is real and the impact is direct. Every role here contributes to a patient experience that's more personal, more attentive, and more human than what most people have come to expect from a pharmacy.

Benefits/ Perks

• Employer-paid healthcare coverage, effective the 1st day of the following month of your hire date
• Free Strive compounded medications for employees based on a valid patient-specific prescription from a licensed healthcare provider
• Paid time off
• Sick time
• FSA and HSA options
• Parental leave
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Vision and dental insurance
• Veterinary insurance

Culture

Culture isn't an afterthought at Strive. It's something we actively build. We foster a collaborative, engaging workplace where employees have opportunities to connect, celebrate, and build meaningful relationships with their colleagues. We're committed to supporting the personal and professional growth of every employee, both inside and outside the workplace.

EEO

Strive Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state or local laws.