Delta Care Rx · 14 hours ago
Director, Purchasing
Delta Care Rx is seeking a Director of Purchasing to manage vendor contracts and supply agreements effectively. The role involves analyzing pricing updates, preventing operational disruptions, and ensuring inventory compliance while leading a skilled purchasing team.
Health CareMedicalService Industry
Responsibilities
Manage vendor contracts and supply agreements, including analyzing pricing updates and daily price change reports to identify discrepancies, cost impacts, and upcoming price increases, ensuring accurate financial management and informed purchasing decisions
Review wholesaler supply issue notifications and assess potential operational impacts to proactively prevent disruptions to pharmacy services
Prepare weekly summaries for management highlighting market changes, pricing shifts, and supply on hand status to support strategic planning and timely decision making
Identify and recommend alternatives for products in shortage, including critical controlled substances, to maintain continuity of care and ensure uninterrupted patient support
Adjust Min/Max levels based on usage trends, supply risks, and inventory performance to optimize stock levels and prevent shortages or overstock situations
Place purchase orders and take proactive action to secure stable pricing and supply continuity, reducing financial exposure and ensuring availability of essential items
Support purchasing and inventory workflows by coordinating with automation and reporting systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and process reliability
Provide usage and compliance related inventory reports to vendors, especially for controlled substances, to meet regulatory expectations and maintain transparent procurement practices
Monitor distributor and wholesaler pricing daily to ensure accurate cost management and prevent reliance on incorrect or inflated web listed prices
Maintain controlled substance (CII) inventory records in full DEA compliance and oversee required physical and cycle count audits to ensure accuracy, safeguard high risk items, and uphold organizational standards
Provide leadership and oversight for purchasing, receiving, and stocking staff to ensure a skilled, compliant, and high performing team that operates efficiently and meets organizational standards
Additional duties as assigned or apparent
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
At least 10 years of pharmaceutical purchasing experience
Minimum of 7-10 years managerial experience
Effective leadership and organizational skills a must
Strong understanding of FDA & DEA regulations
Ability to collect and analyze data from multiple sources to assist in the decision-making process at the managerial level
Understands the financial tracking and reporting of inventory assets
High-energy individual with a sense of urgency and proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with co-workers and suppliers in a timely manner
Some travel may be required
A flexible working schedule is required
Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods while using a computer and other office equipment
May occasionally lift, carry, or move materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds
Requires close visual acuity for reviewing reports, data analysis, and computer work
Work hours may extend beyond normal business hours to meet operational or regulatory deadlines
Company
Delta Care Rx
Delta Care Rx offers hospice-prescribing, remote patient care, and on-demand pharmacist services.