Pharmacy Inventory & Purchasing Specialist

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine's Inventory Coordinator at Pennsylvania Hospital supports pharmacy operations by managing purchasing, inventory levels and supplier relations. You will ensure accurate records, coordinate with vendors, and optimize stock to prevent shortages and delays in patient care.

The role emphasizes meticulous data entry, compliance with regulations, and collaboration with the Pharmacy team to maintain efficient procurement processes and cost controls.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED required.
• 1+ years inventory control and purchasing experience.
• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine best source of supply based on availability, price and quality.
• Reconcile delivery, receipt and storage of goods purchased.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels of medications and supplies.
• Inspect and maintain inventory records and purchasing trends.
• Comply with regulations governing procurement of medications.
• Communicate inventory issues and provide status updates to Pharmacy managers.

Skills

Inventory management

Purchasing

Data entry

Vendor communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Purchasing systems

Job description

Penn Medicine's Inventory Coordinator at Pennsylvania Hospital supports pharmacy operations by managing purchasing, inventory levels and supplier relations. You will ensure accurate records, coordinate with vendors, and optimize stock to prevent shortages and delays in patient care.

The role emphasizes meticulous data entry, compliance with regulations, and collaboration with the Pharmacy team to maintain efficient procurement processes and cost controls.