Senior Buyer – Mount Sinai Brooklyn – Pharmacy – Full-time Position Available In Kings, New York

Description The Senior Buyer negotiates contractual arrangements between Mount Sinai Medical Center and selected vendors committing funds to ensure the procurement of high quality equipment, supplies and other products at optimum cost. Prepares and evaluates bids; awards contracts for large dollar relationships and purchases. Develops RFO’s for specialized purchase situations, such as service agreements, capital purchases, etc. Negotiates for cost savings and other value-added benefits with every purchase opportunity. Utilizes PMM as the standard purchasing application with other appropriate protocols.

Responsibilities Roles & Responsibilities:

The Senior Buyer is responsible for all aspects of medication and inventory management at Mount Sinai Brooklyn from intelligent procurement to optimal storage (both in pharmacy and Pyxis) and effective dispensation. Maintains a relationship with vendors to ensure the procurement of high quality equipment and products, expedient delivery and reliable service at optimum prices. Analyzes markets to determine vendors’ sources and product availability. Prepares solicitations, evaluates, negotiates, and prepares award purchase contracts for the purpose of purchasing supplies, equipment and products within authorized purchasing limit. Secures supervisor’s approval for purchases above authorized limit. Manages all aspects of the contract process including price, freight terms, payment terms and rebates/credits. Maintains familiarity with the U.S. General Purchasing Office (GPO) contracts and utilizes it to achieve the best possible contractual agreements. Collaborates with user departments to achieve volume commitments and standardization compliance. Develops an understanding of 340B compliance and WAC purchasing and then utilizes this to produce cost savings while placing patient care first. Takes control of inventory turnover by recommending changes in methods and procedures to improve the systems of medication procurement/maintenance/dispensation and works closely with pharmacy management to implement these changes Performs daily purchasing functions of medications and related items, IV fluids, infusion/oncology and pharmacy office supplies Performs daily inventory tasks such as receiving the order electronically, unpacking of the order, and preparing returns for medications Ensures medications are repackaged timely and optimally. Assists with or coordinates staff with unit dose preparations and compounding of non-sterile medications as needed Monitors pharmacy inventory and reconciles against Epic Willow inventory software Monitors and addresses any pertinent recalls, logs recalls electronically within 72 hours Actively participates in all system and local buyer and inventory meetings, takes responsibility for follow up on all agenda items and initiatives generated through these avenues Ability to work with spreadsheets and analyze data, effective document editing/proofreading skills and memo creation/generation Monitors local medication and supply inventory through PAR levels maintenance. Continuously evaluates and updates these values, addresses any discrepancies uncovered due to improper dispensing, inaccurate decrimentation or ineffective utilization. Reviews top monthly spend medications with management team, helps generate solutions to these items and helps initiate these changes. Takes control of inventory accuracy by performing cycle counts and assigning cycle counts to staff; then monitoring accuracy on a weekly basis Reconciles all invoices electronically, ensures there are no outstanding transfer/transaction items and that all accounting is balanced in related systems Works closely with pertinent stakeholders such as finance and supply chain leads to strengthen proper contract purchasing, WAC termination and 340B optimization Monitors PYXIS and CII Safe stock and performs quality assurance on a continuous basis, looks for opportunities to optimize ADS storage/dispensation and helps implement these changes Takes responsibility for coordinating and ensuring completion of all medication transfers, both within the health system and externally with appropriate electronic documentation Oversees KitCheck RFID system and any related medication processes Assists in pharmacy management duties such as project implementation, scheduling/payroll/sick call coordination and manager on call responsibilities Other administrative and operational tasks as required to meet departmental needs

Qualifications Requirements:

Bachelor’s or entry-level business degree (Accounting, Operations, Information Systems, Supply Chain management), with hospital pharmacy experience preferred but not required, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience 2 years minimum of pharmacy purchasing and/or supervisory experience (hospital setting preferred) but experience in similar or equivalent settings may qualify Entry level or advanced pharmacy degree/certification preferred but not required Experience in purchasing in 340b & automation Compensation Statement The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $58,661.00 – $81,675.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. Non-Bargaining Unit, ADB – Pharmacy – BKL, Mount Sinai Brooklyn Employer Description Strength through Unity and Inclusion The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual. At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history. About the

Mount Sinai Health System:

Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals, receiving high “Honor Roll” status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally. Equal Opportunity Employer The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization. Compensation The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $58661 – $81675 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

Qualifications:

Requirements:

Bachelor’s or entry-level business degree (Accounting, Operations, Information Systems, Supply Chain management), with hospital pharmacy experience preferred but not required, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience 2 years minimum of pharmacy purchasing and/or supervisory experience (hospital setting preferred) but experience in similar or equivalent settings may qualify Entry level or advanced pharmacy degree/certification preferred but not required Experience in purchasing in 340b & automation Compensation Statement The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $58,661.00 – $81,675.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. Non-Bargaining Unit, ADB – Pharmacy – BKL, Mount Sinai Brooklyn