Pharmacy Inventory Technician

Company Overview:

Our quick and easy process saves consumers both time and money, and today, more than 2 million families trust us to help them with their insurance needs.

But what truly sets us apart is our people, and the opportunities to grow your career with SelectQuote are unmatched.

About the Role:

This position will be onsite at our Olathe, KS pharmacy location.

This position maintains knowledge in all aspects of pharmacy policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ordering drugs and supplies for the pharmacy based on established order points and as directed. Ensure that purchased items meet customer service demands pharmacy operations requirements and specified pricing models
• Utilize inventory control programs and policies to achieve targeted inventory levels
• Review inventory and purchasing needs on a daily basis to ensure the uninterrupted flow of products through appropriate purchasing procedures
• Receive goods and check against purchasing records. Enter receipts returns and distributions into the organization's computerized inventory system following defined processes and procedures. Maintain invoicing for all drug and supply accounts
• Communicate in real-time shortages of medications or changes in stock availability and coordinate resolution of all inventory order problems (i.e. back orders manufacturer outs etc.)
• Periodically coordinate review of inventory for expired damaged or overstocked medications and coordinate disposal or return through designated channels
• Ensure the accuracy of computerized inventory records. Perform cycle counts on a regular basis to validate physically inventoried items against system records. Investigate variances and report on findings to management.
• Conduct periodic physical inventories in compliance with standards set by management
• Prepare the pharmacy department for physical inventory by updating shelf locations/labels printing and notating count sheets and organizing drug products by lot number. Enter the completed inventory count into the database and investigate discrepancies.
• Work with accounting or manager to resolve all reconciliation issues as they arise
• Oversee required responses to and management of medication recall notifications in conjunction with the pharmacy manager.
• Develop and foster working relationships with wholesalers to collaborate proactively resolve issues and optimize the inventory ordering process
• Utilize and optimize program reports detailing volume profitability pricing and other reporting metrics as needed
• Strive to consistently improve the overall efficiency and optimal operation of the inventory ordering process
• Participate and perform other duties as assigned by leadership
• As a pharmacy technician and employee maintain good company loyalty set a good example and project a healthy positive attitude.
• Performs duties and responsibilities according to the philosophy and standards of SelectRx including conveying courtesy respect enthusiasm and positive attitudes in work situations with clients peers and visitors; maintains client and associate confidentiality. This individual is responsible for understanding all the applicable policies and procedures of the department necessary to perform essential job functions as well as the employee handbook. The position may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description as directed by the Pharmacy Manager or Director
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to handle challenging situations in a professional and proficient manner utilizing available resources and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrates customer service and customer relationship-building skills
• Excellent verbal presentation and written communication skills
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to solve routine or complicated problems effectively and drive projects to successful completion
• Proficiency in reading writing and speaking is required

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one-year experience in retail mail order or specialty pharmacy as a pharmacy technician
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in inventory control and purchasing preferred
• Knowledge of standard medical terminology
• Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software including Excel and Word

• Must be a licensed pharmacy technician in the State of Kansas

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the pharmacy for duration of full shift
• Ability to life up to 30 pounds’ maximum and/or carry objects weighing up to 30 pounds
• Required to work weekend shift when needed

SelectQuote Core Values:

Teamwork: We help support & celebrate each other.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required.