Job Description
Overview
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Work Location: Atlanta, GA
Description
The Pharmacy Manager of Pharmacy Supply Chain and Drug Shortage Management is responsible for overseeing the procurement, inventory management, and distribution of medications and supplies within the healthcare system. This role ensures the availability of medications, manages drug shortages, and implements strategies to optimize the supply chain process.
Key Responsibilities:
Supply Chain Management:
a. Develop and implement strategies to optimize the supply chain process.
b. Collaborate with vendors, wholesalers, and group purchasing organizations (GPOs) to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of medications and supplies.
c. Monitor and manage inventory levels to prevent stockouts and overstock situations and optimize inventory turns.
d. Monitor and provide monthly reports on performance metrics and pharmacy supply chain initiatives.
Drug Shortage Management:
a. Monitor local and national drug shortages and implement tactics to maintain supplies.
b. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate the impact of drug shortages on patient care.
c. Collaborate with pharmacy leadership and other stakeholders to implement necessary changes to purchasing and automation systems.
d. Maintain an emergency medication supply for critically short items.
Compliance and Quality Assurance:
a. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA).
b. Conduct routine audits of procurement activities to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
c. Develop and oversee quality assurance activities related to supply chain and drug shortage management.
d. Develop and implement policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for supply chain operations, tracking, and reporting.
e. Provide monthly reports of contract compliance and top 100 drug purchases.
Leadership and Collaboration:
a. Provide leadership and direction to the pharmacy supply chain team.
b. Collaborate with other pharmacy managers, clinical pharmacists, and healthcare providers to optimize medication use and improve patient outcomes.
c. Participate in professional activities and organizations to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
Financial Management:
a. Analyze and report on financial performance related to supply chain activities.
b. Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Proven experience as a Supply Chain Manager or in a similar role.
Strong knowledge of supply chain processes and best practices.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Proficiency in supply chain management software and tools.
Experience with Lean methodologies and process improvement.
Proven track record of driving performance improvement initiatives.
Experience in inventory management and optimization.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
Pharmacy supply chain experience.
Professional certification in supply chain management (e.g., CSCP, CPIM).
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
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Division Emory Healthcare Inc.
Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30345
Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta
Department EHI Pharmacy Services
Job Type Regular Full-Time
Job Number 145888
Job Category Pharmacy
Schedule 8:30a-5p
Standard Hours 40 Hours
Hourly Minimum USD $53.95/Hr.
Hourly Midpoint USD $64.13/Hr.
Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Emory Healthcare/Emory University
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