Pharmacy Procurement Specialist

Houston Methodist; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Pharmacy Buyer to manage the drug procurement process, review purchase orders, assess contract compliance, and identify alternate product sources. The role coordinates automated ordering and supports economies of scale while resolving vendor supply issues.

Responsibilities include researching providers, ensuring policy adherence, and communicating across departments to optimize pharmaceutical purchasing and inventory management.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English necessary to perform essential functions.
• Effectively communicates with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers with a customer-service focus.

Responsibilities

• Completes activities related to drug procurement and reviewing medication purchase orders.
• Coordinates automated ordering systems and supports economies of scale.
• Researches providers, resolves supply issues with vendors, and ensures purchasing follows policies.

Skills

Procurement process

English proficiency

Communication with patients/colleagues

Computer skills

Team player

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Two years of college preferred

Tools

Word processing software

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Pharmacy Buyer to manage the drug procurement process, review purchase orders, assess contract compliance, and identify alternate product sources. The role coordinates automated ordering and supports economies of scale while resolving vendor supply issues.

Responsibilities include researching providers, ensuring policy adherence, and communicating across departments to optimize pharmaceutical purchasing and inventory management.