Specialist, Pharmacy Procurement

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, “I can’t live without them.”

Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash’s People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Location:

1550 Gezon Parkway SW - Wyoming, Michigan 49519

Job Description

Position Summary:

This role is responsible for managing pricing, analyzing usage trends, and optimizing purchasing decisions to support retail pharmacy operations.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Generate various reports (i.e. store sales, prescription drug utilization, inventory, etc.) and review with pharmacy procurement team to assist stores with achieving defined business goals.
• Respond to store issues as needed in relation to inventory, purchasing, purchase order groups, etc.
• Assist the stores in ordering from primary, secondary, and tertiary suppliers as needed.
• Work with suppliers and service providers to resolve store issues and optimize inventory or process efficiencies.
• Stay up to date on industry trends, new generic launches, upcoming WAC decreases, new product launches, RFPs, etc.
• Create, implement, or participate in initiatives to improve store purchase and inventory compliance.
• Assist stores with compliance to Pharmacy State and Federal regulatory guidelines as well as professional, management and business policies set forth by the Company.
• Assist with on-site training of pharmacy personnel on pharmacy computer system(s) and processes which may include prescription processing, workflow, ordering and receiving, inventory management, new equipment and miscellaneous pharmacy procedures to improve customer service levels and overall pharmacy quality.
• Assist in the implementation of new programs and procedures; follow-up on rollout, respond to questions and ensure compliance of new programs on procedures as assigned.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and best Pharmacy practices; make recommendations to improve current programs and processes.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed
  
  

Here’s What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Three years pharmacy technician experience; retail setting preferred.
• Must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician in the state(s) of operation.
• Experience as a trainer or in a lead role within a pharmacy setting preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong multi-tasking, organization, prioritization, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential information and data.
• Ability to audit and review records and processes and provide analytical reporting.
• Ability to analyze Pharmacy information to identify trends.
• Knowledge and ability to train new and existing pharmacy personnel on all aspects of pharmacy procedures.
• Knowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules and pharmacy regulations and guidelines.
• Proficient in MS Office Excel and Word.
  
  

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

May be required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally. The associate is required to stand and walk for extended periods of time and may bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is subject to a typical retail store environment (varied temperatures) and is exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.

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