Pharmacy Purchaser

Shirley-Ryan-Ability-La; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago seeks a Pharmacy Purchaser to manage contract purchases for the Pharmacy Department, ensuring cost-effective sourcing and maintaining stock. This role supports inventory control and vendor coordination while upholding our mission and values.

The position reports to the Manager, Pharmacy Operations and requires Illinois Pharmacy Technician licensure, purchasing experience, and strong interpersonal skills to provide excellent service to staff and patients.

Qualifications

• Licensure as an Illinois Pharmacy Technician.
• Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience with negotiating techniques.
• Two years of hospital Pharmacy Technician experience preferred.
• Associate's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain department inventory ensuring adequate pharmaceutical supply.
• Select vendors and process purchase orders for pharmaceuticals.
• Communicate delays, back orders, shortages, recalls, and release dates.
• Process returns of outdated pharmaceuticals and oversee recalls.
• Prepare inventory reports for the Director of Pharmacy.
• Assist in training staff and assist pharmacists with monthly CII inventory.

Skills

Negotiation techniques

Purchasing experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Illinois Pharmacy Technician licensure

Associate's Degree preferred

Two years hospital Pharmacy Technician experience preferred

Job description

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You’ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none — one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together.Job Description SummaryThe Pharmacy Purchaser will purchase, by contract, all volume items for RIC Department of Pharmacy. Will ensure cost effective purchasing and stock availability and will perform all functions of a Pharmacy Technician.The Pharmacy Purchaser will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.The Pharmacy Purchaser will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.Job DescriptionThe Pharmacy Purchaser will:Maintain inventory within the Department ensuring adequate supply of pharmaceuticals.Select vendors and manufacturers for pharmaceuticals and process purchase orders.Provide correspondence to the department regarding delays, back orders, shortages, recalls, and anticipated release dates.Process the return of outdated pharmaceuticals.Oversee recall processes and notifications.Prepare inventory reports for Director of Pharmacy.Assist the SRAlab Purchasing Department in resolving discrepancies for lost or misdirected products.Assist in training and orienting new personnel or students on departmental services and programs.Assist the pharmacists in performing the monthly CII inventory.Assist the pharmacists in adjusting inventory levels based on utilization reports and other measurable parameters.Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.Reporting Relationships:Reports directly to the Manager, Pharmacy Operations.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:Licensure as an Illinois Pharmacy Technician.Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing with knowledge of related principles, procedures and negotiating techniques.Two years of hospital Pharmacy Technician experience preferred.Associate's Degree preferred.Interpersonal skills necessary to provide prompt and courteous service to external and internal customers of the Department of Pharmacy.Ability to frequently bend, twist, reach, stand, sit, lift, pull, push, and walk.Working Conditions:Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.Pay and Benefits*:Pay Range:$22.74 - $37.84Benefits:Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits*Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications of the role.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerShirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law - Know Your Rights | View our Full PolicyShirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Affirmative Action Employer as required by law.