Pharmacy Buyer

Kaleida Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleida Health invites applications for a Pharmacy Buyer at Buffalo General Medical Center in Buffalo, NY. The role focuses on supply chain management, ordering pharmaceuticals and supplies, and maintaining par levels. Work is onsite with standard biweekly pay and a 75-hour biweekly schedule.

Required: high school diploma or GED and 2 years in pharmacy operations and purchasing. Preferred: 340B program experience and proficiency with pharmacy purchasing software and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of experience in Pharmacy operations and purchasing.
• 2 years of experience in business skills, contract management, inventory control, cost allocation preferred.
• 2 years of experience in Microsoft Office and specific Pharmacy purchasing software preferred.
• 2 years of experience in the 340B Program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage supply chain activities within Pharmacy, including ordering of pharmaceuticals and supplies.
• Receive orders into information systems, create purchase orders, process invoices for payment.
• Establish and maintain par levels; work with vendors on contract negotiation and compliance.

Skills

Pharmacy purchasing

Vendor relations

Contract management

Inventory control

Microsoft Office

340B Program

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pharmacy purchasing software

ERP systems

Job description

Pharmacy Buyer

Location: Buffalo General Medical Center

Location of Job: US:NY:Buffalo

Work Type: Full-Time

Shift 1

Job Description

Under the direction of department leadership the incumbent is responsible for the supply chain management activities within the Pharmacy including ordering of pharmaceuticals and supplies, receiving of orders into various information systems, purchase order creation, processing of invoices for payment, establishment and maintenance of par levels. The buyer will also work with vendors and suppliers regarding contract negotiation and compliance.

Education And Credentials

High school Diploma or GED required.

Experience

2 years of experience in Pharmacy operations and purchasing required. 2 years of experience in Business skills, contract management, inventory control, cost allocation preferred. 2 years of experience in Microsoft office and specific Pharmacy purchasing software preferred. 2 years of experience in the 340B Program preferred.

Working Conditions

• Weight Requirement - Light (up to 20 lbs)

Job Details

Department: KH Pharmacy Administration

Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 75.00

Weekend/Holiday Requirement: No

On Call Required: No

With Rotation:

Scheduled Work Hours: 8a-4p, 9a-5p, 10a-6p

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Union Code: N00 - Non Union KH

Requisition ID#: 26204

Grade: HR210

Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly

Salary Range: $27.36 -$37.61

Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Kaleida Health's mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission- critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Kaleida Health envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person. We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated!