Pharmacy Purchasing Technician | Inventory & Supply Chain

The Elevance Health Companies, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevance Health in Richardson, TX is seeking a Pharmacy Technician - Purchasing to support inventory management and purchasing for the pharmacy operations. The role is onsite and requires collaboration with the pharmacy team to ensure availability of drugs and supplies.

The position emphasizes maintaining accurate inventory records, processing orders, and coordinating with vendors to resolve stock issues. A valid pharmacy technician license or certification is required by applicable state law

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma or equivalent with at least 3 years in inventory control and purchasing.
• Active pharmacy technician license or certification as required by state law.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Order drugs and supplies for pharmacy using established order points.
• Ensure items meet service and pricing requirements.
• Use inventory control programs to hit target levels.
• Review daily purchasing needs for uninterrupted product flow.
• Communicate stock shortages and coordinate resolution.
• Manage medication recalls with pharmacy manager.
• Maintain accurate computerized inventory records.
• Perform periodic cycle counts and investigate discrepancies.
• Work with accounting to resolve reconciliation issues.

Skills

Inventory control

Purchasing

Pharmacy knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Pharmacy technician certification

Job description

Elevance Health in Richardson, TX is seeking a Pharmacy Technician - Purchasing to support inventory management and purchasing for the pharmacy operations. The role is onsite and requires collaboration with the pharmacy team to ensure availability of drugs and supplies.

The position emphasizes maintaining accurate inventory records, processing orders, and coordinating with vendors to resolve stock issues. A valid pharmacy technician license or certification is required by applicable state law