Procurement Specialist
Southend Pharmacy · Houston, TX · 1 wk ago
On-sitePurchasingFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Create, process, and monitor purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and uninterrupted pharmacy operations
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors while negotiating pricing, lead times, and purchasing agreements
- Collaborate with Inventory, Warehouse, Finance, and Pharmacy Operations to maintain appropriate inventory levels and prevent product shortages
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor files, pricing information, and procurement documentation
- Resolve purchasing discrepancies, shipment delays, invoice variances, and backorder issues
- Analyze purchasing trends and spending data to support operational and financial decision-making
What We Require
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum of two (2) years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience
- Minimum one (1) year of experience using procurement, purchasing, inventory management, or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
- Strong organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, and Word
Preferred Requirements
- Experience working in a 503A or 503B compounding pharmacy environment
- Experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, manufacturing, or another regulated industry
- Familiarity with FDA, USP, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements
- Experience using ERP, purchasing, or inventory management software
- Professional procurement or supply chain certification (CPIM, CPSM, or CIPS) is a plus