Requisition: 2023-132453PHARMACY PURCHASING TECHNICIANJob LocationsUS-WA-VANCOUVERID2023-132453Line of BusinessPharMericaPosition TypeFull-TimePay MinUSD $18.00/Hr.Pay MaxUSD $23.00/Hr.Our CompanyPharMericaOverviewJoin our PharMerica team! PharMerica is a closed-door pharmacy where you can focus on fulfilling the pharmaceutical needs of our long-term care and senior living clients. 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!Schedule:5am-130pm M-FPay Rate:$18-23/hrRequired Certifications and skills:Valid Washington State Pharmacy Tech LicenseWe offer:DailyPayFlexible schedulesCompetitive payShift differentialHealth, dental, vision and life insurance benefitsCompany paid STD and LTDTuition AssistanceEmployee Discount Program401kPaid-time offTuition reimbursementNon-retail/Closed-door environmentOur Pharmacy group focuses on providing exceptional customer service and meeting the pharmacy needs for hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, long-term acute care hospitals, and other specialized care centers nationwide. 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 assignedQualificationsEducation/Learning Experience:* Required: Associate degree or two years of college education* Desired: Bachelor's degreeWork Experience:* Required: One year of professional experience or Bachelor's degreeSkills/Knowledge:* Required: Knowledge of practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment and servicesAbout our Line of BusinessPharMerica 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 isone of the nation'slargest 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 visitwww.pharmerica.com. Follow us onFacebook,Twitter, and LinkedIn.Salary RangeUSD $18.00 - $23.00 / HourNeed help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you!Click here to get started.Res-Care, Inc., dba