Pharmacy Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

PharMerica; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition discounts

401(k)

Paid time off

Shift differential

DailyPay

Pet Insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

PharMerica is seeking a Pharmacy Purchasing Coordinator in Milwaukee, WI to manage inventory, forecast demand, and purchase from wholesalers and internal warehouses. This role supports non-retail pharmacy operations serving long-term care and senior living clients.

The position emphasizes resolving drug backorders, optimizing stock levels, and assisting with contract implementations and cost-saving initiatives across locations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two years of college education.
• One year of professional experience or Bachelor's degree.
• Knowledge of practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment, and services.

Responsibilities

• Maintain optimal pharmacy inventory by managing min/max stock levels, forecasting needs, and purchasing from wholesalers and internal warehouses.
• Actively manage and resolve drug backorders, including sourcing alternatives from other pharmacies or suppliers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to drug purchasing and inventory management.
• Report temporary out products to wholesaler’s customer service to ensure up-to-date supply chain communication.
• Inform management promptly of critical drug shortages that may necessitate changes in patient therapy.
• Adjust inventory min/max thresholds in response to volume changes or new business demands.
• Support implementation of new contracts and programs across field pharmacy locations.
• Monitor and manage participation in strategic purchasing initiatives and cost-saving programs.

Skills

Procurement

Inventory management

Forecasting

Vendor management

Education

Associate degree or 2 years of college

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

PharMerica is seeking a Pharmacy Purchasing Coordinator in Milwaukee, WI to manage inventory, forecast demand, and purchase from wholesalers and internal warehouses. This role supports non-retail pharmacy operations serving long-term care and senior living clients.

The position emphasizes resolving drug backorders, optimizing stock levels, and assisting with contract implementations and cost-saving initiatives across locations.