Pharmacy Purchasing Agent jobs in Dundalk, MD

The purchasing associate will report to the Senior Manager of Purchasing, and is responsible for performing, and the successful completion, of all purchasing-related functions. These functions include, but are not limited to:

· Receiving, sorting, and storing daily inventory in an organized manner

· Ordering inventory from multiple sources to support pharmacy operations

· Processing returns for credit

· Refilling operational supply from overstock inventory

· Logging and tracking purchases from external suppliers

· Ensure all invoices and other paperwork are provided to Accounts Payable

The purchasing department supports a seven-day a week operation that runs from 8am-8pm. As such, the position may be required to work the morning shift, the afternoon shift, and weekends. In addition, because the Purchasing department is responsible for inventory management, the position is also required to participate in the quarterly physical inventory counts, which are scheduled on Saturday evenings three times per year.

The purchasing associate is responsible for interacting professionally with our colleagues in Operations, with coworkers in Purchasing, and with suppliers.

This position involves physical activity. Candidates must be able lift up to 30 pounds, and maneuver pallet jacks within the warehouse. This represents approximately 30% of each day.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

· Reading and following directions

· Comfortable working in Microsoft Excel

· Ability to compare multiple items and prioritize them

· Excellent verbal communication skills

· Ability to research products from multiple sources

· Attention to detail

· High degree of accuracy in your work

· Strong dependability performance

· Maintain professional demeanor at all times with coworkers, vendors, and management

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Hanover, MD 21076: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person