Inventory Specialist

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States of America Inventory Pharmacy Technician Scheduling Requirements: Monday–Friday rotating schedules between 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. with weekend availability required for quarterly inventory only. Attributes Required Work Ethic / Integrity – must possess intrinsic drive to excel coupled with values in line with company philosophy. Strategy and Planning – ability to think ahead, plan and manage time efficiently. Problem Solving – ability to analyze causes and solve problems at both a strategic and functional level. Team Oriented – ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all team members. Essential Job Functions Primary function is to receive, process, unpack and check‑in orders on a daily basis. Place and organize inventory on shelves and ensure products are labeled accurately. Perform daily cycle count activities and inventory audits. Monitor and maintain adequate inventory levels, restock shelves from overstock daily, and remove outdated products for return. Investigate and report inventory discrepancies. Assist with maintaining pharmacy system by updating NDCs in a timely manner. Participate in quarterly physical inventory: March 31, June 30, September 30, and December 31. May assist in filling and packaging prescriptions. May assist with submitting all regular daily orders to ensure availability of products and smooth workflow in the pharmacy. Other essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed, for example, prepacking unit dose medications. Education and Certifications High School Diploma or GED required. Pharmacy Technician license/certification/registration (per state requirements); National Certification preferred (PTCB). Both National Certification preferred and TN State Pharmacy Technician License. Skills and Qualifications 1+ year(s) of related experience (advanced degree may substitute for experience). Inventory Management skills. Advanced computer skills; pharmacy operations system experience preferred or required. Ability to work independently and deliver to deadlines. Ability to solve problems with minimal direction. Great attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to excel in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment working on multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines. Quality minded; motivated to seek out errors and inquire about inaccuracies. Work Environment Collaborative nature of the business requires interacting effectively with customers, managing conflict, and handling stressful situations and deadlines. Ability to work flexible hours. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required: close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Compensation & Financial Competitive pay. 401(k) with company match. Family, Health & Insurance Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision. Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Company‑paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment. Company‑paid Long‑Term Disability and optional Short‑Term Disability. Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life, Accident and Critical Illness. Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts. Wellbeing Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Guardian Angels (Employee assistance fund). Time Off Paid holidays and sick days. Generous vacation benefits based on years of service. Guardian provides employees with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, supporting our core value of “Treat others as you would like to be treated.” Our corporate support offices, based in Atlanta, Ga., provide services such as human resources, business intelligence, legal, and marketing to promote the success of each Guardian location. At Guardian, we are dedicated to fostering and advancing a diverse and inclusive workforce. Join us to discover what your best work truly looks like. #J-18808-Ljbffr