Pharmacy Purchasing Technician – Inventory & Receiving

SPECIALTY RX OF VA LLC; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Group life insurance and short-termdis

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Paid training and registration support

Career advancement and professional发展

Job summary

SpecialtyRx, Inc. in Roanoke, VA is seeking a dependable Pharmacy Purchasing & Receiving Technician to join our Long-Term Care pharmacy team.

This position coordinates medication and pharmacy supply purchasing, manages inventory levels, and ensures the accurate receipt of products from vendors. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, pharmacy technician certification, and experience with inventory, purchasing, or receiving.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Pharmacy Technician certification preferred or required by state regulation.
• Experience with pharmacy inventory, purchasing, or receiving preferred.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical products, NDCs, and purchasing documentation preferred.
• Experience with FrameworkLTC and/or SureCost preferred.
• Proficient computer skills including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the purchasing of medications and pharmacy supplies to ensure continuous product availability.
• Monitor inventory levels and place orders to maintain optimal stock levels and prevent shortages.
• Verify product availability, pricing, expiration dates, and quantities before placing orders.
• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming medication and supply shipments from all vendors.
• Match purchase orders with invoices and packing slips to ensure accuracy in quantities and product information, including NDCs.
• Enter received orders into the pharmacy inventory management system.
• Inspect shipments for damage, expiration dates, and appropriate storage requirements, including refrigerated medications.
• Ensure medications and supplies are properly labeled, organized, and stored according to pharmacy standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Monitor inventory for short-dated and expired products and assist with stock rotation.
• Handle controlled substances in accordance with DEA regulations, state laws, and company policies.
• Communicate discrepancies, shortages, pricing concerns, and damaged shipments to the appropriate department.
• Process purchasing reports and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Collaborate with pharmacists, technicians, distributors, and other departments to support efficient operations.
• Assist with department training and provide support to team members as needed.
• Maintain compliance with pharmacy policies and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized receiving and inventory area.
• Participate in cycle counts and physical inventory audits as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Purchasing Manager.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pharmacy Technician certification

Tools

FrameworkLTC

SureCost

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

SpecialtyRx, Inc. in Roanoke, VA is seeking a dependable Pharmacy Purchasing & Receiving Technician to join our Long-Term Care pharmacy team.

This position coordinates medication and pharmacy supply purchasing, manages inventory levels, and ensures the accurate receipt of products from vendors. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, pharmacy technician certification, and experience with inventory, purchasing, or receiving.