Purchasing Operations Buyer - Medical Center Buyer

Scope of Position

The buyer supports The Ohio State University Outpatient Pharmacies with purchases of pharmaceutical supplies and services, assuring cost containment, maintaining appropriate inventory levels, directing end-users to approved products and vendors whenever possible. The buyer is responsible for daily processing of pharmaceutical supplies and services within the constraints of our primary and secondary vendor agreements, special requisitions and expediting orders if necessary in order to meet critical patient care and operational needs. They monitor electronic orders in real-time and take necessary actions to prevent potential delays and pricing issues. This position will be responsible for routinely visiting pharmacies through the Columbus metropolitan area.

Position Summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC) Department of Pharmacys mission is to improve peoples lives through pharmacy practice innovation, comprehensive medication education, and collaborative clinical and practice research. The Pharmacy Buyer works under the direction of the Associate Director of Retail and Specialty Pharmacy Finance and has purchasing purview for The Ohio State University Outpatient Pharmacies. The buyer supports The Ohio State University Outpatient Pharmacy with purchases of pharmaceutical supplies and services, assuring cost containment, maintaining appropriate inventory levels, directing end-users to approved products and vendors whenever possible. The buyer is responsible for daily processing of pharmaceutical supplies and services within the constraints of our primary and secondary vendor agreements, special requisitions and expediting orders if necessary in order to meet critical patient care and operational needs. They monitor electronic orders in real-time and take necessary actions to prevent potential delays and pricing issues.

Minimum Qualifications
For Hire:
Bachelors Degree or equivalent
2-4 years experience in Supply Chain Management, Business, Healthcare or relevant field
1-2 years experience in pharmacy operations or as a pharmacy technician
Pharmacy Technician certification (May receive after hire)

Preferred:
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Healthcare or relevant field
Relevant experience such as pharmaceutical care inventory management and/or purchasing
Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Certification in a related field