Replenishment Buyer - McKesson Corporation : Job Details

Effective Date: February 22, 2017

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**McKesson requires new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as defined by the CDC, subject to applicable, verified accommodation requests.**

McKesson Corporation is a Fortune 8 company and is one of the largest providers of healthcare supply chain management solutions, retail pharmacy, medical & pharmaceutical supplies, healthcare technology, community oncology and specialty care in the United States with revenues of $231 billion in 2020. The company was founded in 1833 by John McKesson and Charles Olcott in New York with a focus on importing and wholesaling pharmaceutical products. United by our ICARE shared principles, McKesson's 80,000 employees work together every day to make better care possible around the globe one product, one partner, one patient at a time.

McKesson is in the business of better health and we touch the lives of patients in virtually every aspect of healthcare. It starts with the chain of events you initiate when you work with McKesson Pharmaceutical - a chain that extends across the country and results in millions of people getting more from their healthcare.

As the leader in pharmaceutical distribution and supply chain management, McKesson Pharmaceutical delivers vital branded and generic pharmaceuticals, as well as over-the-counter products, to more than 40,000 customers in three primary segments: retail chains, independent retail pharmacies and institutional providers such as hospitals, health systems, integrated delivery networks and long-term care providers.

We base our distribution excellence on electronic order processing, asset management tools, a commitment to Six Sigma methodology, order accuracy and supply chain safety. We work with our customers on solutions - including supply management technology, world-class marketing programs, managed care and repackaging products and services - that help them meet their business and quality goals. Our entire team works to ensure patients receive their medications efficiently and begin the process of healing.

As the nations largest pharmaceutical distributor, US Pharmaceutical is committed to driving total pharmacy health for customers and ensuring that customers receive the right drug at the right time, every time. This commitment is underpinned by McKessons focus on providing customers with the industrys highest product availability, intelligent ordering capabilities and unmatched service accuracy.

Join our team of leaders to begin a rewarding career.

**Current Need**

McKesson is seeking a **Replenishment Buyer** to join their team in Irving, TX.

**Position Summary:**

Replenishment Buyers are responsible for the achieving optimal inventory for the assigned critical/specialty products/accounts and also manages any/all assigned internal/external customer relationships. Replenishment Buyers will also be required to problem solve, forecast, and analyze data to fulfill inventory needs.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Conduct inventory replenishment duties for designated accounts/distribution center(s) to include inventory management, adherence to McKessons SLA goals, and the management and analytics of forecasting trends (demand forecasting and lead time forecasting).

* Establish, maintain, and expand regular communication with external customers (suppliers, vendors, etc.) and internal stakeholders (distribution center managers, purchasing team, etc.), ensuring quick response times and satisfactory problem resolution and developing strong customer partnerships to ensure the success of McKessons buying programs.

* Collaborate with Purchasing Manager and Business Analysts to make recommendations on improvements to internal processes.

* Responsible for maintaining an adequate in-stock position of inventory, ensuring that inventory is turned consistently to maximize sales while minimizing loss in shrink.

* Assist manager in mentoring and training new members of the Replenishment Buyer Team, as needed.

* Perform other duties as assigned by management.

**Minimum Requirement:**

* Degree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience.

* 5+ years of purchasing/buyer experience (preferably within the Pharmaceutical/Healthcare industry) and solid understanding of demand forecasting and/or supply chain

**Critical Skills:**

* Able to develop and maintain effective, positive internal/external working relationships with a diverse group of individuals; excellent relationship management skills.

* Excellent negotiation abilities with strong math skills.

* Strong computer skills, including MS Office suite, to include Excel, Word and Outlook.

* Prior experience with weekly forecasting

* Demonstrated examples of analytical thinking and business decision making

* Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written

* Prior experience supporting a large volume of vendors and distribution centers

* Ability to prioritize and organize in a very fast paced environment

* Time Management by understanding priorities and task completion timelines

* Initiative to identify and take on tasks and resolve problems immediately

**Additional Skills:**

* Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills in a fast-paced environment; ability to prioritize and plan work activities, using time efficiently. Able to execute without direct supervision

* Excellent attention to detail.

* Able to set priorities, meet deadlines, accomplish team objectives, and resolve issues appropriately independently, in a timely manner.

* Able to work well under pressure; strong sense of urgency.

* Solid decision and resolution management skills.

* Strong interpersonal, oral and written communications.

* Strong business acumen, analytical skills with exposure to process improvement and project management.

* Readily able to learn and adapt to new computer applications, system upgrades and other technology as necessary.

* Must be open to feedback and have the ability to be flexible and adaptable.

**Education:**

* Bachel