Pharmacy Program Manager Clinical - Purchasing
Vanderbilt HealthDiscover Vanderbilt Health : With eight hospitals and over 180 clinics, we are the region’s largest comprehensive academic health system. Vanderbilt Health has a long tradition of providing world-class care to the people of the Mid-South, living out our mission of moving medicine forward through preeminent programs in patient care, education and research. Here you’ll find a spirit of collaboration and a supportive community where your expertise is valued, your knowledge expanded and your uniqueness celebrated. We are committed to fostering an environment where talented, compassionate people are united in bringing the most advanced care to our neighbors throughout the region. Organization: Pharmacy Purchasing Job Summary: Plans, develops and executes ongoing program(s) that impact a significant segment of the organization under occasional guidance. . Pharmacy Program Manager Clinical Join our pharmacy team in a highly visible role focused on medication purchasing, sourcing, supply continuity, and drug shortage management across the health system. This position serves as a key liaison between pharmacy operations, wholesalers, manufacturers, vendors, and clinical teams to ensure a reliable medication supply while driving cost-saving initiatives and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Assist with leading system-wide drug shortage management efforts, including facilitating regular drug shortage meetings and providing updates to pharmacy stakeholders. Proactively monitor medication supply trends, emerging shortages, inventory concerns, and market conditions. Develop and implement sourcing strategies to maintain medication availability and minimize disruptions to patient care. Build and maintain relationships with pharmaceutical manufacturers, wholesalers, 503B outsourcing facilities, and other vendors to support supply continuity. Oversee 503B vendor relationships, reserve inventory, and designated inventory stock levels to ensure appropriate supply management. Review wholesaler out-of-stock reports and identify alternative sourcing opportunities. Evaluate medication costs, pricing discrepancies, and purchasing strategies while identifying opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiency. Manage drug pricing inquiries and ensure accurate pricing data is maintained within purchasing systems. Coordinate bulk purchasing initiatives and support supply planning across hospital and clinic locations. Serve as a liaison for sourcing and purchasing activities across hospital and clinic settings. Participate in operational meetings and collaborate with key stakeholders to address supply chain challenges and implement solutions. Lead or support quality improvement projects and product implementation initiatives, ensuring project milestones and timelines are achieved. Provide coverage and support for pharmacy buyers and system support technicians as needed, including weekend ordering support and continuity of operations during staff absences. Professionally communicate with pharmacists, technicians, leaders, vendors, and customers across all hospitals and clinics regarding supply issues, shortages, and mitigation plans. Qualifications Certified Pharmacy Technician credential through the PTCB or NHA. Minimum of 3 years of relevant pharmacy experience. Strong analytical, organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and drive projects to completion. Preferred Qualifications Hospital/inpatient pharmacy experience. Pharmacy purchasing, inventory management, or medication sourcing experience in a hospital or retail setting. Experience managing or responding to medication shortages and supply chain disruptions. Project management or process improvement experience. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is a self-motiv…