PHARMACY PURCHASING ASSISTANT

: Our Company: PharMerica Overview: Pharmacy Technician License Fees: We've Got You Covered! New hires and current employees are eligible for reimbursement for license fees as required. Hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday - Friday Required Certifications and skills: Valid Washington State Pharmacy Tech License OR Pharmacy Assistant License Hourly Pay : $18-$23/hour What We Offer:

• Career Growth
• On-The-Job Training
• Internal Pharmacy Tech Program (Tuition Free!)
• Shift differentials
• DailyPay-On Demand Pay
• Employee Discount Program
• Legacy Employee Recognition
• Flexible schedules (where available)
• Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement
• Standard health/benefits and life insurance, 401K & PTO

PLUS

• Free gym/workout center membership with all new equipment for employees
• New Restrooms, showers, and lockers in the gym
• Yoga Room
• Indoor and outdoor open seating areas for lunch/breaks
  • Two-sided indoor gas fireplace seating area
• New Deli/Restaurant opening up
• Outdoor games

Company Overview: We are a closed-door pharmacy where you can focus on fulfilling the pharmaceutical needs of hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, long-term acute care hospitals, and other specialized care centers nationwide . We offer a non-retail pharmacy environment. Our organization is in high growth mode , which means advancement opportunities for individuals who are looking for career progression! If your passion is service excellence and top-quality care come join our team and apply today! Responsibilities:

• Maintain appropriate pharmacy inventory min/max levels, forecasting and purchasing from wholesaler and warehouse
• Work any backorder drugs from the wholesaler or warehouse for substitution or procure within another pharmacy
• Issue/problem resolution related to purchasing
• Notify the wholesaler customer service of all products that are “temporary out” on a consistent basis
• Notify the pharmacy management of any “temporary out' shortages that could result in the potential need to change patient therapy
• Update min/max levels as needed as determined by changes in volume or new business
• Assist with implementing new contracts/programs to field locations
• Monitor and manage strategic buy in programs and initiatives for the pharmacies
• Set up in the system and acquire all new drug products needed by pharmacy
• Identify additional cost savings opportunities or problem resolution to reduce cost/expense
• Performs other tasks as assigned

Qualifications: Education/Learning Experience:

• Required: Associate degree or two years of college education
• Desired: Bachelor's degree

Work Experience:

• Required: One year of professional experience or Bachelor's degree

Skills/Knowledge:

• Required: Knowledge of practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services

About our Line of Business: PharMerica is a full-service pharmacy solution providing value beyond medication. PharMerica is the long-term care pharmacy services provider of choice for senior living communities, skilled nursing facilities, public health organizations and post-acute care organizations. PharMerica is one of the nation's largest pharmacy companies. PharMerica offers unmatched employee development, exceptional company culture, seemingly endless opportunities for advancement and the highest hiring goals in decades. For more information about PharMerica, please visit Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Salary Range: USD $19.00 / Hour