Pharmacy Inventory Coordinator

Scope of Responsibilities

• Oversees the operations of various employees whose work relates to inventory management and pharmacy operations.
• Responsible for training and development of subordinate staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, and meeting completion dates.
• Interprets and ensures consistent application of organizational policies.

Job Summary

Responsible for meeting inventory management goals of the company, including transferring Pharmaceutical and OTC items necessary to meet or exceed corporate pharmacy sales.

Job Duties

• Manages pharmacy inventory across all business segments.
• Works with pharmacy personnel to transfer or return inventory for full credit.
• Assists pharmacies with reaching inventory goals using Supply Logic or other systems, helps with item setup for appropriate product order levels, and assists in transfers and returns through proper channels.
• Monitors distribution center (DC) inventory to support pharmacies and company goals.
• Works with pharmacy teams to resolve 340B inventory spikes.
• Coordinates wholesaler cleanups and routine returns.
• Assists pharmacy and warehouse personnel in identifying product issues, including recalls, outdates, and other issues, and manages associated tracking reports.
• Manages and monitors reverse distribution for outdates and works with vendors to receive proper credit.
• Responsible for the assessment, evaluation, and implementation of technologies to maximize efficiencies within supervised departments.
• Assists in the budgetary planning process.
• Interfaces with various auditors and outside agencies as needed.
• Responsible for completing all mandatory and regulatory training programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Skills Required

• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and basic math skills.

Management Skills Required

• Customer Service: Must provide timely and accurate responses to all business associates and customers.
• Planning: Must develop effective plans, objectives, and goals that achieve desired results in a timely manner.
• Organization: Must organize work in a systematic way, establish clear lines of responsibility, and delegate effectively.
• Communication: Must write and speak clearly and effectively at all levels, listen, and be attentive to others.
• Decision Making: Gather, analyze data, and make and/or implement effective decisions in a timely manner.
• Technology: Must use technology to its fullest potential to achieve department and corporate goals.

Leadership Skills Required

• Leadership: Gains acceptance of ideas and accomplishes goals through subordinates, peers, and teams.
• Personnel Development: Selects, trains, coaches, and develops associates and teams for peak performance.
• Team Work: Strengthens team performance by sharing information, establishing guidelines, and celebrating success.
• Empowerment: Demonstrates positive and active ownership of one’s responsibilities and fosters the same in others.
• Employee Relations: Provides and solicits constructive feedback, evaluates performance, and takes corrective action.

Behavioral Traits

• Intuitive/Open-minded: Must be able to see opportunities, develop, and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
• Achievement Drive/Commitment: Driven to achieve goals, objectives, and results; fosters a culture of continuous improvement.
• Positive/Supportive: Inspires and shows faith in others; builds a positive and supportive work environment.
• Flexibility: Ability to adapt to changing business needs, balance multiple priorities, and deliver under pressure.

Travel

Limited travel. Attendance at various Kinney business meetings and industry conferences required.