Pharmacy Purchasing Agent jobs in New York

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)

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Purchasing Agent
  • Ellis Medicine
  • Schenectady, NY FULL_TIME
  • The Purchasing Agent is responsible for managing the procurement process, for their assigned areas, by maintaining purchase orders and contracts using strategies that will result in the best possible combination of quality, service and total cost for the Hospital. Maintains the data base for the Materials Management Information System.
     
    REQUIREMENTS:
    Associate’s Degree required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
    Five (5) years' of progressive purchasing experience required;
    Two (2) year of which must be at a senior buying level.
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
    Must be able to facilitate meetings and lead teams effectively, analyze information, apply quantitative analysis tools, negotiate with outside vendors and manage contracts.
    Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Power Point and advanced proficiency in Excel.
     
    GUIDING BEHAVIORS:
    • Communication:  Listen to understand, before seeking to be understood.
    • Collaboration:  Deliver outstanding service ensuring that safety comes first.
    • Compassion:  Serve every person with empathy, dignity, and compassion.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    • The position can be in or out of doors under normal working conditions.  Should be able to push/pull, lift/move 35 lb., be able to perform moderately difficult manual manipulations such as using a keyboard, writing, and filing for extended periods of time, must be able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such as data entry, typing and using photo copiers.  Mobility requirements may include the ability to be stationary at a workstation for a prolonged period time in addition to being able to squat or be mobile for a reasonable length of time and distance.  Communication requirements include the ability to comprehend the spoken English language in addition to being able to communicate and read the English language.
    RESPONSIBILITIES:
       • Oversees required processes (e.g. purchase orders, requisitions, equipment, bids and quotes for the purpose of acquiring necessary resources to support operations.
      • Leads negotiations for assigned areas of responsibility.
      • Manages purchasing and value analysis project from start-up through completion.
      • Submits requests for competitive quotations when dictated by industry standards, judgment or required by Hospital policy.
      • Compiles data from a wide variety of sources for the purpose of analyzing issues ensuring compliance with a wide variety of purchasing policies and procedures.
      • Includes data regarding competitive bids and new group contracts to present the buying options to their Manager with facts to support the options.
      • Tracks vendor performance by interfacing with the supplier representative regarding specification, costs, inspections and similar problems relating to Hospital requirements.
      • Assesses supplier quality and manages supplier development programs.
      • Determines potential vendors to be solicited for bids or negotiations.
      • Maintains the database as assigned for the Materials Management Information System; initiates all data changes for their assigned areas, ensures information is current, enters contract information, provides activity reports to the Director and generates productivity and quality reports for their assigned areas.
      • Responds to inquiries from a variety of internal and external sources for the purpose of providing information, direction and/or appropriate referrals.
      • Communicates contractual requirements and procurement procedures to assigned areas and to the Purchasing staff.
      • Works with the end users to resolve problems and to make or suggest improvements to the Manager and advises Manager of unresolved problems.
      • Leads in attending or facilitating procurement related meetings involving assigned areas.
      • Responsible for facilitating the Value Analysis Team to which they are assigned.
      • Responsible for coordinating capital budget activities.
      • Coordinates the Purchasing Associates work, which includes performance coaching and feedback.
      • Identify and maintains procurement strategies, suggests new initiatives, develops long term procurement strategies, improve procurement processes and practices, and target cost savings and cost avoidance.
      • Analyze business metrics to identify industry and Hospital procurement trends.
      • Assist with training new employees regarding responsibilities and department policies and procedures.
     
    Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest, or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, or domestic violence victim status.

    Salary Range:  $23.40-33.93/hour                   Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

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Purchasing Agent
  • Sid Harvey Industries I
  • Garden, NY FULL_TIME
  • Level of Contribution = Self Job Description for: Purchasing Agent – Corporate Summary: The Purchasing Agent purchases products, equipment and parts used in heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, p...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • VAI
  • Lindenhurst, NY FULL_TIME
  • Lindenhurst Manufacturing Company looking for an experienced Purchasing Agent. We are seeking an energic candidate with excellent communication skills to join our team. Purchasing Agent Duties and Res...
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Purchasing Agent
  • CoolSys
  • East Syracuse, NY FULL_TIME
  • With over 150 years of experience, and headquartered in Southern CA, CoolSys is the market-leading indoor environment solutions company. Our full spectrum of best-in-class services includes HVAC & ref...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • Kaytech Industries Corp
  • Ronkonkoma, NY FULL_TIME
  • We are a leading distributor of Aerospace fasteners for 40 years. The company seeks an agent for the Purchasing department. The ideal candidate would be an experienced, self-motivated professional who...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • Broome-Tioga BOCES
  • Binghamton, NY FULL_TIME
  • MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for reviewing, monitoring and managing contracts and quotes, reconciling revenues and expenditures, and preparing reports. This work is primarily financial/statisti...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Procurement buyer
  • Johnson Controls International
  • Apodaca, Nuevo León
  • What you will do? You will lead the process for the procurement of 3rd party direct materials for JCI’s Chillers busines...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Procurement Buyer
  • HARIBO GmbH & Co.
  • **Procurement Buyer** * Rosemont, IL * Full Time * Entry Level The **Procurement Buyer** recommends and develops strateg...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Procurement Buyer
  • Patterson Companies Inc
  • **Procurement Buyer** **Primary Location** Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, Minnesota **Job ID** R100235 ****Job Summar...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Procurement Buyer
  • Dragados USA Inc.
  • Norfolk, VA
  • ** Procurement Buyer** **Job Category****:** Bid, Est., Procurement **Requisition Number****:** PROCU03194 Showing 1 loc...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Procurement Buyer
  • Nazdar Limited
  • Shawnee, KS
  • ** Procurement Buyer** **Job Category****:** SourceOne Purchasing **Requisition Number****:** PROCU01148 Showing 1 locat...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Procurement Buyer
  • Express Employment Professionals
  • Katy, TX
  • Job Description Job Description QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in supply chain management,, finance, accounting, busin...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Procurement Buyer
  • Lesaffre Yeast Corporation
  • West Chester, PA
  • ** Procurement Buyer** **Job Category****:** Finance **Requisition Number****:** PROCU001803 Showing 1 location **Job De...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Procurement Buyer
  • Talent Groups
  • East Rancho Dominguez, CA
  • Must have 3+ years’ hands-on experience with Procurement. Hands-on experience using ERP systems and pull data for analys...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Pharmacy Purchasing Agent jobs
$54,880 to $66,993

Pharmacy Purchasing Agent in Las Vegas, NV
Graduate of ASHP-accredited or equivalent pharmacy technician training program preferred.
January 04, 2020
Pharmacy Purchasing Agent in Danbury, CT
Develops and maintains inventory management processes and cost controls with Pharmacy departments such as order templates, product standardization, stockless/JIT distribution, etc, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries of supplies.
January 23, 2020
Pharmacy Purchasing Agent in Provo, UT
The Pharmacy Purchasing Agent will service the Medical Center staff and its patients in a timely and ethical fashion.
January 25, 2020