Pharmacy Procurement Agent - Sample Pharmacy

Location

4580 Paradise Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114-4105

Compensation

Pay Range: Minimum $21.39 – Maximum $36.44

Compensation range takes into account experience, training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

Job Details

Type of Opportunity: Full time (FTE: 1.00) – Non‑exempt – Days shift (United States of America)

Summary

Presbyterian is seeking a diligent and detail‑oriented Pharmacy Procurement Agent to purchase pharmaceuticals for the PHS system, adhere to contracts, and furnish financial information to pharmacy administration.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adequate stock of pharmaceuticals.
• Serve as supplier and purchasing consultant to regional hospitals and clinics.
• Ensure contract compliance and correct pricing for all purchases.
• Provide pharmacy administration with monthly financial, purchasing, and issues reports.
• Interact with pharmaceutical representatives to ensure adequate service levels.
• Research short‑supply items, find alternative sources, and obtain emergency pharmaceuticals when required.
• Communicate with pharmacy staff on the availability of pharmaceuticals.
• Process all drug recalls and check stock for recalled items.
• Adhere to the Department Compliance Plan for Controlled Substances.
• Review wholesaler reports for unpaid invoices and track invoices with Accounts Payable.
• Conduct complete inventories of stock and complete reports.
• Perform other functions as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Pharmacy Tech license – State of NM.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician – PTCB or Certified Pharmacy Technician – NHA.
• Three years of experience in pharmacy, preferably in pharmacy purchasing.

Benefits

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
• Staff safety wearable badge for discreet emergency assistance.
• Shift differentials for night/weekend work, higher education, certifications, and various lead roles (eligible positions).
• Malpractice liability insurance.
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
• Access to EPIC electronic charting system.
• Comprehensive wellness program with free on‑site and community gyms, nutrition coaching, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges, and more.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not‑for‑profit health system comprising nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multi‑specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, it is the state’s largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees, including over 1,600 providers and 4,700 nurses. The health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide, offering Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care), and commercial health plans. Presbyterian is an AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED employer, drug‑free and tobacco‑free, with smoke‑free campuses.