Pharmacy Purchasing Coordinator MGH

1200 The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

1200 The General Hospital Corporation within Mass General Brigham seeks a Pharmacy Purchasing Specialist responsible for ensuring all medications and supplies used or dispensed are properly purchased, stocked, and stored. The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely processing of orders.

Responsibilities include managing purchasing activities, using the vendor portal to secure best pricing, tracking recalls, maintaining optimal par levels, coordinating transportation and

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Pharmacy Supply Chain experience
• Understanding procurement policies and procedures
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and professional interaction skills
• Ability to work under constant deadlines
• Knowledge of inventory management and recalls processes

Responsibilities

• Manage Pharmacy Purchasing activities, including workflow monitoring and order processing
• Use the prime vendor’s ordering system to secure best pricing
• Analyze the drug recall process and notify the Supply Chain Manager
• Place and close purchase orders; monitor par levels to maximize freshness
• Escalate supply chain and inventory concerns promptly
• Coordinate transportation, warehousing, and delivery of products
• Manage patient-specific ordering for ultra-high-cost pharmaceuticals
• Ensure compliance with ordering and receiving regulations

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Professional interaction

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Tools

Pharmacy Purchasing System

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Responsible for ensuring that all medications and supplies used or dispensed by the pharmacy are properly purchased, stocked, and stored.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Manage Pharmacy Purchasing activities, including workflow monitoring, Purchase Orders, order acknowledgments, order expediting, phone orders, and order processing, in a timely and accurate manner.
• Utilize the prime vendor’s ordering system and consistently prepare orders through their web portal to secure the best possible pricing.
• Analyzes the drug recall process and communicates the recall to the Supply Chain Manager.
• Place orders, close purchase orders, open POS when shipments are delayed or received impartially; monitor, turn, and adjust par levels to maximize freshness while minimizing out-of-stocks.
• Recognizes, communicates, and escalates supply chain and inventory management, critical path, and/or timeline concerns in a timely manner.
• Manage the patient-specific ordering and tracking process for ultra-high-cost pharmaceuticals.
• Coordinates transportation, shopping, and warehousing activities to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products.
• Coordinate and return products to stock, receipt, and delivery, as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with all ordering and receiving regulations.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

• Pharmacy Technician [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
• Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required

Experience: Pharmacy Supply Chain Experience 3-5 years required.

• Understanding of policies and procedures related to procurement activity.
• Understanding of sound business practices and principles.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and professional interactive skills.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from suppliers, customers, management, and interdepartmental staff.
• Portray a professional demeanor with procurement team members, customers, and vendors alike.
• Works under constant time deadlines.
• Occasionally exposed to infectious disease and to possible carcinogenic, mutagenic, and sensitizing medications.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type Hybrid Work Location 90 Blossom Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $23.34 - $33.37/Hourly Grade 5.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement: 1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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