Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Position Title: Supervisor Pharmacy Purchasing
Location: La Crosse WI
FTE: Full-Time 40 hours/week
Shift: Monday-Friday business hours
Pay: Starting at $58200 more for experience
At Emplify Health by Gundersen we are committed to delivering exceptional patient care supported by efficient highquality operational services. Our pharmacy department plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and timely availability of medications across our system. As the Supervisor of Pharmacy Purchasing you will have the opportunity to lead a team that directly supports patient outcomes through effective procurement strategies vendor relationships and inventory management.
What You Will Do
Oversee the procurement of pharmaceutical products and related supplies
Lead and support the pharmacy purchasing team
Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to negotiate pricing and contracts
Monitor inventory levels to ensure efficient costeffective stock management
Support regulatory compliance across all areas of pharmaceutical purchasing
Collaborate with pharmacy leadership and other departments to forecast needs
Optimize purchasing processes to meet quality budget and operational goals
Maintain strong supplier relationships and manage contract performance
Support patient care by ensuring the availability of essential medications and supplies
What You Will Get
Opportunity to lead a purchasing team within a highperforming pharmacy department
A collaborative environment focused on operational excellence and patient care
Engagement in strategic purchasing supplier management and inventory oversight
The ability to influence cost savings efficiency improvements and purchasing best practices
What You Will Need
Associate Degree in Business Administration Supply Chain Management Healthcare Administration or a related field
Pharmacy Technician registration in the primary state of work
Nationally recognized pharmacy technician credential (CPhT or ExCPT) following state timelines:
Wisconsin: Within 6 months of hire
Minnesota: Within 12 months of hire
Iowa: Within 12 months of hire
35 years pharmacy experience
Experience in purchasing or procurement
Experience in pharmaceutical purchasing inventory supplies and/or 340B
Experience managing supplier relationships
Demonstrated ability to manage complex procurement processes
Understanding of pharmaceutical purchasing contracts
Apply today with your updated resume and cover letter!
Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwests most respected healthcare systems Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors we are now partners united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit patient-centered healthcare network we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin Iowa Minnesota and Michigans Upper Peninsula. With over 4500 dedicated nurses and providers we are committed to delivering primary specialty and emergency care along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Required Experience:
Manager
Gundersen Health System Hospitals & Clinics delivers world-class primary and specialized healthcare in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa.