Strategic Pharmacy Buyer & Inventory Leader

100 LCMC Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health is seeking a Pharmacy Buyer to manage procurement and inventory for the pharmacy department. The role focuses on cost-saving opportunities and effective distribution, storage, and asset management of pharmacy items including IV solutions and controlled substances.

The candidate will work under senior management, maintain inventory levels, execute orders, monitor backorders, and ensure compliance with HRSA and LCMC policies.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in Institutional Pharmacy as a certified technician.
• Preferred: 2 years of experience as a hospital pharmacy buyer.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Associate degree in Business.
• Completion of college courses in Material Management or Business desirable.
• Certification Name: Pharmacy Technicians (Louisiana) by Louisiana Board of Pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Manage drug procurement and inventory for the pharmacy department.
• Identify cost savings opportunities related to pharmaceuticals, blood products, radiology products, and IV solutions.
• Procure inventory at best price via established procurement pathways.
• Maintain adequate medication and supply inventory to support hospital needs.
• Execute purchases and monitor orders, backorders, and delivery schedules.
• Reconcile invoices and resolve discrepancies before payment.

Skills

Procurement

Inventory management

Vendor negotiation

Cost savings

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree in Business

Material Management coursework

Job description

LCMC Health is seeking a Pharmacy Buyer to manage procurement and inventory for the pharmacy department. The role focuses on cost-saving opportunities and effective distribution, storage, and asset management of pharmacy items including IV solutions and controlled substances.

The candidate will work under senior management, maintain inventory levels, execute orders, monitor backorders, and ensure compliance with HRSA and LCMC policies.