Pharmacy Purchasing Agent at Prime Healthcare, Harlingen, TX
Pharmacy Purchasing Agent at Prime Healthcare in Harlingen, TX. Full-time. Est. up to $100k. Apply with swipeandhired.
Facility
Harlingen Medical Center
Location
US-TX-Harlingen
ID
2026-289703
Category
Admin
Position Type
Full Time
Shift
Days
Job Type
Non-Exempt
Overview
Employment Type: Full Time
Department: Pharmacy
Shifts Available: Days
Hours: 8-hour shifts
Location: Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, Texas
Responsibilities
- Purchase medications and pharmaceutical supplies from approved vendors based on hospital formulary and patient care needs
- Monitor inventory levels, track usage trends, rotate stock, and prevent medication shortages or expirations
- Coordinate with wholesalers and distributors to negotiate pricing, resolve delivery issues, and ensure timely shipments
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies and pharmacy regulations including The Joint Commission, DEA, and FDA standards
- Collaborate with pharmacy staff and supply chain teams to maintain accurate records, support audits, and manage budgets effectively
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of pharmacy purchasing and inventory management experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Undergraduate degree in Inventory/Supply Chain Management preferred.
- Graduate of ASHP-accredited or equivalent pharmacy technician training program preferred
- Working knowledge of computers and basic computer programs including Excel and Word.
Pay Transparency
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
- Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
- Employer 401K options
- Tuition reimbursement options
- Life, disability, and other insurance options
- Many other amazing benefits
Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/
** If you have hospital experience as a Material Management/Buyer you are encouraged to apply!
Employment Status
Full Time
Shift
Days
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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