Pharmacy Purchasing Agent jobs in the United States
Pharmacy Purchasing Agent liaisons between buyers and manufacturer's representatives to ensure that the organization purchases pharmaceuticals, supplies and equipment that meet quality standards while minimizing costs. Ensures adequate levels of drugs and supplies are available in the inpatient and outpatient pharmacies and that purchases do not exceed budget. Being a Pharmacy Purchasing Agent requires a high school diploma. Requires certification as a pharmacy technician and licensure from the State Board of Pharmacy. Additionally, Pharmacy Purchasing Agent typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Pharmacy Purchasing Agent occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Pharmacy Purchasing Agent typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2025 Salary.com)
Recently Added Pharmacy Purchasing Agent jobs
Pharmacy Purchasing Agent
- Saint Francis Hospital
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Des Plaines, IL
FULL_TIME
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Overview:
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Responsibilities:
Prepares and processes purchase orders for medications and other products. Monitors, standardizes, and maintains inventory for products used within the Pharmacy Department. Performs product evaluations, controls costs, and par levels. Maintains communications with appropriate personnel regarding status of items on backorder. Maintains expertise in material management software, industry trends, and regulatory requirements. Anticipates specialty needs and ensures availability of supplies.
Ensures medications and supplies are available for the following age groups: neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration required.
3. Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential required.
4. At least 2 years of pharmacy purchasing and inventory management experience preferred.
5. Undergraduate degree or PTCB certification in Supply Chain and Inventory Management preferred.
6. Graduate of ASHP-accredited or equivalent pharmacy technician training program preferred.
7. 340B program experience preferred (if at a 340B facility)
8. Working knowledge of computers and basic computer programs including Excel and Word. - 17 Days Ago
Pharmacy Purchasing Agent
- University Hospitals
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Westlake, OH
FULL_TIME
- Description A Brief Overview Under the supervision of the Pharmacy Manager, performs all aspects of purchasing including the procurement of pharmaceutical and departmental supplies, administrative dut...
- 18 Days Ago
CLERK- PURCHASING
- PURCHASING
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Odessa, TX
FULL_TIME
- Job Title: Purchasing Clerk Wage/Hour Status: Non/Exempt Reports to: Purchasing Supervisor Pay Grade: Clerical 6 Dept. /School: Purchasing (971) Days: 227 Primary Purpose: To aid in the procuring func...
- 1 Month Ago
Pharmacy Purchasing Technician
- Synchrony Pharmacy
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Columbus, OH
FULL_TIME
- Overview Careers close to home and your heart Since our founding in 1997, we’ve been making long-term care better for our residents and more rewarding for our team members. We’re a Fortune Best Places...
- 11 Days Ago
Pharmacy Purchasing Manager
- Pharmacy Solutions Group
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Indianapolis, IN
FULL_TIME
- Pharmacy Solutions Group - Indiana -The PSG Pharmacy Solutions Group of Indiana is currently recruiting for a Pharmacy Purchasing Manager.Job Summary :The Pharmacy Purchasing Manager is responsible fo...
- 5 Days Ago
Purchasing Specialist
- Guardian Pharmacy
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Orlando, FL
FULL_TIME
- Orlando, Florida, United States of AmericaExtraordinary Care. Extraordinary Careers.With one of the nation’s largest, most innovative long-term care pharmacy services providers, there is no limit to t...
- 8 Days Ago
Pharmacy Purchasing Agent jobs at Popular Companies
Buyer
- Antenna Research Associates Inc
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Laurel, MD
- Job Description Job Description Company Overview ARA is a leading C5ISR company that designs, manufactures, tests and in...
- 1/25/2025 12:00:00 AM
Senior Purchasing Agent
- Adecco
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Tysons Corner, VA
- **To be considered for this position you MUST have electrical/ construction buying experience, if not, you will not be c...
- 1/24/2025 12:00:00 AM
Senior Buyer
- CPS/Comtech
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Reston, VA
- Contract Duration: This is a one-year position with potential for extension. Project Overview: Our team is set to delive...
- 1/24/2025 12:00:00 AM
Senior Buyer
- ITT, Inc.
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Washington, DC
- About ITT:: ITT is an industrial manufacturer of critical, engineered components that serve fast-growing end markets in ...
- 1/24/2025 12:00:00 AM
Sr. Buyer
- CB&I Careers
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Lovettsville, VA
- Company Overview: CB&I is the world's leading designer and builder of storage facilities, tanks and terminals. With more...
- 1/24/2025 12:00:00 AM
Assistant Purchaser-Washington, D.C.
- Consigli
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Washington, DC
- Vacancy Name Assistant Purchaser-Washington, D.C. Vacancy No VN404 Employment Type Full-Time Job Salary Range Vacancy Lo...
- 1/23/2025 12:00:00 AM
BUYER/PHARMACY
- UHS
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Washington, DC
- Responsibilities When open in early 2025, Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health will be the first new full-servic...
- 1/21/2025 12:00:00 AM
Northern VA Purchasing Agent
- D.R. Horton, Inc.
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Vienna, VA
- *D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.*, was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the Ne...
- 1/21/2025 12:00:00 AM
Income Estimation for Pharmacy Purchasing Agent jobs
$52,739 to $64,379