Strategic Pharmacy Buyer & Inventory Planner

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is recruiting a Pharmacy Buyer to design supply and demand planning, forecast customer needs, and optimize stocking to minimize costs while preserving service levels. The role supports budgeting and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years as a Pharmacy Technician and experience with pharmacy information systems and inventory automation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Four or more years of buying/purchasing and inventory management experience preferred.
• Experience with inventory management concepts and pharmacy systems/automation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute supply and demand planning and customer forecasting systems.
• Develop and implement a stocking optimization model to minimize costs and inventory while maintaining service levels.
• Assist with expenses and revenue budgets and meet customer service objectives.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Data management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

PTCB certification

Virginia Board of Pharmacy licensure

Tools

Pharmacy information systems

Inventory management automation

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is recruiting a Pharmacy Buyer to design supply and demand planning, forecast customer needs, and optimize stocking to minimize costs while preserving service levels. The role supports budgeting and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years as a Pharmacy Technician and experience with pharmacy information systems and inventory automation.