Pharmacy Purchasing Agent liaisons between buyers and manufacturer's representatives to ensure that the organization purchases pharmaceuticals, supplies and equipment that meet quality standards while minimizing costs. Ensures adequate levels of drugs and supplies are available in the inpatient and outpatient pharmacies and that purchases do not exceed budget. Being a Pharmacy Purchasing Agent requires a high school diploma. Requires certification as a pharmacy technician and licensure from the State Board of Pharmacy. Additionally, Pharmacy Purchasing Agent typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Pharmacy Purchasing Agent occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Pharmacy Purchasing Agent typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
Summary
The Purchasing Agent is responsible for negotiating the purchase of all raw materials used by the company with vendors, finding solutions to fulfillment challenges as well, and identifying purchasing opportunities. They will also work on special projects assigned by the VP of Manufacturing.
Duties & Responsibilities
Requirements
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Education & Qualifications
Physical Requirements
The team member is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The team member must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.