Inventory Specialist

CVS Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

CVS Health is hiring an Inventory Specialist to coordinate and monitor inventory management activities across our stores, ensuring accuracy and timely execution. You will help establish ownership of inventory tasks and maintain clear communication channels with each location.

The role emphasizes consistent inventory practices, development opportunities, and a patient-centered approach to health care, with eligibility for comprehensive benefits and a standard full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Licensure requirements vary by state.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Clear communication with customers and colleagues.
• Ability to concentrate on tasks for extended periods.
• Excellent listening and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic math to calculate days supply or changes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor inventory management at store level.
• Establish ownership and clear communication channels for inventory tasks.
• Support consistent inventory practices across the chain.

Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Communication Skills

Attention and Focus

Mathematical Reasoning

Problem Resolution

Active Listening

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We’re building a world of health around every individual - shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Position Summary

Health is everything. At CVS Health we are committed to increasing access, lowering costs and improving quality of care. Millions of times a day, we’re helping people on their path to better health— from advising on prescriptions to helping manage chronic and specialty conditions. Because we’re present in so many moments, big and small, we have an active, supportive role in shaping the future of health care. Pharmacy Inventory Specialists are at the forefront of our purpose as they deliver compassionate care to our millions of patients every day.

Role

The Inventory Specialist is dedicated to coordinating and monitoring inventory management related activities which are critical to maintaining the right focus on daily, weekly, and monthly tasks that help customers on their path to better health. The Inventory Specialist role:

• Helps establish true ownership for inventory management activities at store level and provides a clear communication channel for each store.
• Enables a consistent approach to inventory management and critical inventory functions across the chain.
• Offers an excellent developmental opportunity and recognition for Pharmacy Team Members with the right skill set who are interested in further development.

Based on the role and location, this position may require you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including any booster shots if required), where allowable under the law, unless you are approved for a reasonable accommodation based on disability, medical condition, pregnancy, or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated. Proof of vaccination will be required on your first day of employment or within the first few months in the position, depending on the role and location. If you are considered for a role, more information will be provided during the hiring process.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Licensure requirements vary by state
• Attention and Focus
• The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
• Customer Service Orientation
• Actively look for ways to help people, and do so in a friendly manner
• Notice and understand customers’ reactions, and respond appropriately
• Communication Skills
• Use and understand verbal and written communication to interact with customers and colleagues
• Actively listening by giving full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
• Mathematical Reasoning
• The ability to use math to solve a problem, such as calculating day’s supply of a prescription
• Problem Resolution
• Is able to judge when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong; recognizing there is a problem
• Choosing the best course of action when faced with a complex situation with several available options

Physical Demands

• Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for moving from one work area to another
• Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand or arm
• Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist
• Stooping to a considerable degree and requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed accurately
• Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication
• Visual Acuity:
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, reading, visual inspection involving small parts
• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs; exerting up to 30 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting
• Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician
• PTCB National Certification

Education

High School Diploma Or Equivalent Preferred But Not Required.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is $16.50 - $25.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great Benefits For Great People

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 12/14/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.