Pharmacy Inventory Control Specialist

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

OU Health in Oklahoma City seeks a Pharmacy Inventory Control Specialist II to manage advanced inventory and procurement tasks within the Pharmacy department. You will optimize par levels, support automation systems, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with leadership.

The role requires at least 3 years as a pharmacy technician, active Oklahoma license, and CPhT certification. You will ensure compliance with 340B, DSCSA, and organizational policies. This is a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) required.
• Active permit as a Pharmacy Technician by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy within 6 weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates and supports pharmacy inventory automation systems.
• Collaborates with pharmacy, IT, and supply chain teams to troubleshoot automation issues.
• Assists with purchase orders for medications and supplies.
• Analyzes inventory usage data to optimize par levels and reduce waste.
• Performs contract/pricing validation with suppliers; maintains supplier relationships.
• Trains Inventory Control Specialist I staff on best practices and system use.
• Develops and maintains SOPs for inventory management and procurement.
• Supports implementation of new automation tools and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitors regulatory compliance including 340B and DSCSA; reports concerns as needed.
• Prepares inventory performance reports for leadership; aligns purchasing with strategies.

Skills

Inventory systems

Automation technologies

Data analysis

Verbal and written communication

Training others

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)

Active Oklahoma Pharmacy Technician license

Tools

Pharmacy inventory systems

Job description

## Pharmacy Inventory Control SpecialistApply: Oklahoma City: Full time: Posted Today: R0070735## **Position Title:**Pharmacy Inventory Control Specialist## **Department:**Pharmacy## **Job Description:****General Description:**The Pharmacy Inventory Control Specialist II is a mid‐level role responsible for performing advanced inventory management and procurement support functions with increasing independence. This position applies analytical skills to inventory optimization, supports automation systems, and serves as a resource and mentor to Inventory Control Specialist I staff while collaborating closely with pharmacy and supply chain leadership. **Essential Responsibilities:***Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.** Operates, monitors, and supports pharmacy inventory automation systems, including robotic dispensing and storage technologies.* Collaborates with pharmacy, IT, and supply chain teams to troubleshoot automation issues and optimize system performance.* Assists with preparation, review, and processing of purchase orders for medications and supplies.* Analyzes inventory usage data to identify trends, optimize par levels, reduce waste, and minimize medication shortages.* Performs routine contract and pricing validation activities, identifying and resolving discrepancies with suppliers.* Develops and maintains supplier relationships to support reliable procurement and issue resolution.* Trains and mentors Inventory Control Specialist I staff, reinforcing inventory best practices and system use.* Assists with development, maintenance, and compliance of standard operating procedures related to inventory management and procurement.* Supports implementation of new inventory automation tools and continuous improvement initiatives.* Monitors compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements, including 340B and DSCSA, escalating concerns as appropriate.* Prepares inventory performance data and reports for pharmacy and purchasing leadership, including quarterly metrics.* Ensures purchasing activities align with established organizational strategies and performance expectations. **General Responsibilities:*** Performs other duties as assigned. **Minimum Qualifications:****Education:** High school diploma or GED required.**Experience:** At least three (3) years of experience as a pharmacy technician required.**License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:** Active permit as a Pharmacy Technician by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy within 6 weeks of hire. National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) required. **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:*** Proficiency with pharmacy inventory systems and automation technologies.* Strong analytical and problem‐solving skills applied to inventory optimization.* Effective verbal and written communication skills.* Ability to interpret contracts, pricing structures, and purchasing requirements.* Demonstrated ability to train others and work cross‐functionally.* Solid understanding of pharmacy regulatory and compliance requirements. *This is a Safety Sensitive position under 63 0.S. 427.8 and is subject to a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol standard in compliance with Oklahoma law.*