Joan Palmeira
'Ewa Beach,HI
Summary
Pharmacy Buyer with expertise in procurement management at Queen's Medical Center - West O'ahu. Proven track record in demand forecasting and supplier relations, enhancing inventory control and preventing stockouts. Recognized for strong problem-solving abilities and effective teamwork, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while optimizing pharmaceutical supply chains.
Detail-oriented professional with strong background in purchasing, vendor management and inventory control. Proven track record of identifying cost savings opportunities and developing and executing strategies to maximize sales and profits. Considered valuable asset to any team.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Technician
Pali Momi Medical Center
‘Aiea, HI
01.2009 - Current
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
Pharmacy EProcurment/Senior Buyer
Queen's Medical Center - West O'ahu
'Ewa Beach, HI
08.2015 - Current
- Ensured adherence to federal regulations governing pharmaceutical procurement processes, such as DEA requirements or FDA guidelines for controlled substances handling procedures.
- Analyzed historical usage data to forecast future demand accurately, preventing stockouts and overstock situations.
- Worked closely with other departments within the organization to address supply chain issues or concerns promptly.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by sharing insights regarding medication availability and potential substitutions when necessary.
Education
Certificate in Computer Operations - Data Entry
Kapiolani Community College
Honolulu, HIHigh School Diploma -
Star of The Sea High School
Honolulu, HI05-1990
Skills
- Purchasing/Supplier strategies for ordering and purchasing
- Demand forecasting
- Budget planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Purchase order management
- Self motivation
- Inventory management
- 10-key data entry
- Procurement management
- Excel, Powerpoint, Word
Timeline
Pharmacy EProcurment/Senior Buyer
Queen's Medical Center - West O'ahu
08.2015 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Pali Momi Medical Center
01.2009 - Current
Certificate in Computer Operations - Data Entry
Kapiolani Community College
High School Diploma -
Star of The Sea High School