Pharmacy Technician Buyer I: Inventory & Purchasing Lead

Mercy; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time day shift

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Tuition support

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Buyer I to join our pharmacy team. The role focuses on inventory management, purchasing, and ensuring access to medications for patients in hospital and clinic settings.

You will balance stock levels, coordinate orders, and support patient care with efficient procurement. Ideal candidates have pharmacy experience, a high school diploma, and an active pharmacy technician registration, with the goal of obtaining CPhT certification within 6 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active Pharmacy Technician registration.
• Minimum of 1 year of pharmacy experience.
• Ability to obtain Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through PTCB within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage medication purchasing and procurement through wholesale and direct suppliers.
• Monitor inventory levels and adjust stock to meet patient care needs.
• Coordinate special orders and hard-to-find medications.
• Maintain records and process invoices in a timely manner.

Skills

Inventory management

Purchasing

Pharmacy operations

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active Pharmacy Technician registration

CPhT certification

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Buyer I to join our pharmacy team. The role focuses on inventory management, purchasing, and ensuring access to medications for patients in hospital and clinic settings.

You will balance stock levels, coordinate orders, and support patient care with efficient procurement. Ideal candidates have pharmacy experience, a high school diploma, and an active pharmacy technician registration, with the goal of obtaining CPhT certification within 6 months.