Experienced Pharmacy Buyer with over 17 years of experience in Pharmacy. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements. Consistently saved costs while increasing profits.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Buyer
CPS
Lewiston, ME
11.2018 - Current
Negotiates contracts with vendors to obtain optimum service and price tracks financial monthly, quarterly and distribution of medications and supplies
Manages system wide temperature monitoring software to ensure the safe and proper storage of medication ensures contractual compliance
Maintains supplier agreements and measures compliance standards are adhered to
340B Analyst / Purchasing Assistant
CPS
Lewiston, ME
08.2017 - 11.2018
Plans, provides training, and organizers the implementation of the 340B software and to act as an on-going software resource for implemented and assigned hospitals Involved in any and all 340B audits.
Assess opportunities for cost savings and system improvements to yield higher compliance
Assist the pharmacy buyer in procurement of supplies, equipment, services, and merchandise; request price quotes; facilities purchasing proposals
Assists the pharmacy buyer in processing requisitions and issue purchase orders; expedite deliveries; resolve receiving and invoicing issues or problems
Pharmacy Technician
CPS
Lewiston, ME
12.2005 - 08.2017
Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
Stocked, labeled and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
Worked closely with pharmacy team to process and distribute medications throughout the hospital
Assisted in the training of new employees, processes and procedures
Pharmacy Technician / Receivables
Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy
Lewiston, ME
03.2004 - 12.2005
Performed various administrative functions, including filing paperwork, delivering mail, sorting mail, office cleaning and bookkeeping.
Provided a high level of customer care and service, ensuring satisfaction
Pharmacy Technician
Wal Mart Stores
Auburn, ME
06.2003 - 03.2004
Counted, measured and compounded medications
Reviewed and verified customer information and insurance
Processed incoming medication orders
Addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers
Customer Service Associate
Wal Mart Stores
Auburn, ME
06.2001 - 06.2003
Delivered exceptional customer service through acknowledgement, communication and commitment to quality.
Performed front-end operations
Developed customer service improvement initiatives to decrease customer wait times.
Processed accurate and efficient sales / return transactions to facilitate customer satisfaction