Inventory Control Specialist

Position Summary:

The Procurement/Inventory Control Specialist ensures inventory integrity in the pharmacy through a variety of inventory adjustments and data collection tools. The Procurement/Inventory Control Specialist consistently and accurately completes and communicates stock counts. They identify, determine, and communicate high shrink categories. After identifying the root cause of replenishment issues, they follow up with leadership until the problem is resolved. The Procurement/Inventory Control Specialist will purchase APIs, excipients, supplies, PPE, and all other supplies for the compounding center.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Thorough understanding of PK and Lifefile inventory management process

Partner with the corporate procurement team to assist in implementing and managing Acumatica

Responsible for ensuring accurate perpetual and physical inventory through cycle counting

• Makes the necessary count corrections and communicates to high level management

• Removes expired items from the shelves and adjusts inventory

• Partners with corporate procurement team for purchasing

• Assists in determining and entering min/max perimeters

• Maintains a systematic monthly file system

Responsible for Hazardous and non-hazardous drug destruction and record keeping

Assists PIC with control substance destruction through DEA reverse distributer

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Shipping and labeling

• Expected to follow all policies and procedures as set forth by the company and supervisor.

• Expected to manage time effectively, if workload is low and employee is not able to identify items to do, employee should reach out to supervisor for direction.

• Participate in projects as assigned by Supervisor.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information

skillfully, develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Customer Service - Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting, remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions. Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time, supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions. Follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.