LEAD PURCHASING SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Polaris Pharmacy Services; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pharmacy services seeks a Lead Purchasing Support Specialist in Baltimore, MD. The role involves overseeing the procurement process and ensuring timely delivery of goods. Ideal candidates will have experience in pharmacy purchasing and strong analytical skills. Attractive benefits and career advancement opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance

401(k) plan

Short-term and Long-term disability insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Annual performance reviews with merit-based raises

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or pharmacy purchasing preferred.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in determining purchasing needs and requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases and compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Tools

QS1

Job description

Polaris Pharmacy Services of Missouri LLC - Riverside, MO

Position Type

Full Time

Job Shift

Job Category

Purchasing - Procurement

Description

LEAD PURCHASING SUPPORT SPECIALIST

WHO WE ARE

Polaris Pharmacy Services is an industry leader in both the Long-Term Care and Post-Acute Care settings. Founded in 2015, we are locally and independently owned with pharmacies nationwide. We are proud to offer competitive benefits and industry pay as well as the opportunity for career advancement to all our team members.

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dynamic detail-oriented, experienced Purchasing Support Specialist. You will be responsible for participating in the procurement process and ensuring the timely delivery of goods and services. The ideal candidate will have a background in pharmacy purchasing and inventory control.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely and report directly to the Purchasing Manager.
• Assist in determining purchasing needs and requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Assist in the procurement process from creating purchase orders to receiving deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Receive incoming products, confirming no damage, good dating, and accurate quantities.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and preferred vendor compliance.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Healthcare / Pharmacy purchasing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and procedures
• Knowledge using software QS1 preferred not required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that should be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job :

• May sit or stand five (5) to eight (8) hours per day.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, and crouch.
• May be necessary to work extended hours rotating weekends as needed.
• Able to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role.

HOLIDAY & PTO POLICY

• Paid holidays are provided annually, with 6 days offered each year, along with 5 sick days.
• Employees earn up to 10 PTO days each year, with rollover options and milestone bonuses.
• Employees have the option to cash out up to 10 PTO hours each quarter for added financial flexibility.

Please note, because we are a pharmacy most of our locations are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and therefore schedules may change as determined by the needs of the business.

BENEFITS - for full-time employees

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• 401 (k) (available for Part Time & Full Time EEs)
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Competitive pay with annual performance reviews and merit-based raises
• Annual on-site voluntary Flu Vaccines
• Employee referral bonus program

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