Pharmacy Inventory Optimization Specialist

IU Health; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness incentives

Job summary

IU Health in Plainfield, Indiana seeks a Pharmacy Inventory Control Expert to ensure uninterrupted access to medications and supplies across the health system. You will maintain inventory accuracy, manage cycle counts, and resolve stock challenges in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong organization, tech-savviness, and the ability to collaborate with vendors and pharmacy teams while complying with pharmacy regulations and organizational standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Active Indiana Pharmacy Technician License required.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or ExCPT) required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant pharmacy technician, inventory management, or pharmacy supply chain experience required.
• Demonstrated advanced proficiency as a pharmacy technician with the ability to work effectively within established procedures under limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the continuous flow and availability of pharmaceutical products and supplies throughout the health system.
• Perform and oversee inventory control activities including product ordering, receiving, cycle counts, returns, recalls, and inventory reconciliation.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, backorders, invoice issues, and contract pricing variances.
• Support the evaluation and selection of new pharmaceutical products and supplies in collaboration with leadership.
• Maintain accurate formulary records, product databases, and barcode associations.
• Monitor and manage controlled substance inventory records in compliance with organizational policies and state and federal regulations.
• Utilize pharmacy systems and technology to maintain inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with vendors, pharmacy teams, and internal stakeholders to address inventory needs and supply chain challenges.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and proactively solve inventory-related issues before they impact patient care.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Indiana Pharmacy Technician License

National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or ExCPT)

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Barcode scanning

Microsoft Excel

Job description

IU Health in Plainfield, Indiana seeks a Pharmacy Inventory Control Expert to ensure uninterrupted access to medications and supplies across the health system. You will maintain inventory accuracy, manage cycle counts, and resolve stock challenges in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong organization, tech-savviness, and the ability to collaborate with vendors and pharmacy teams while complying with pharmacy regulations and organizational standards.