Pharmacy Inventory Lead: Automation & Optimization

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

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.