Inventory Control Specialist

Inventory Control Specialist

Job Locations

US-KY-LOUISVILLE

ID

Line of Business

PharMerica

Position Type

Full-Time

Our Company

PharMerica

Overview

Position Summary
The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for improving inventory accuracy, strengthening inventory controls, and reducing operational and compliance risk across pharmacy locations. This role partners directly with pharmacy leaders and staff to assess current inventory practices, identify gaps, and implement process improvements that enhance tracking, accountability, and security.

The position is highly fieldfocused and requires extensive travel to pharmacy locations. The specialist will also coordinate with external inventory service vendors to support physical inventory counts, audits, and security initiatives.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities
Inventory Accuracy & Control
Partner with pharmacy leadership and purchasing teams to evaluate inventory accuracy, identify variances, and determine root causes.

Review inventory practices related to receiving, storage, dispensing, transfers, adjustments, and returns.
Identify opportunities to tighten inventory controls, improve documentation, and reduce shrink, waste, and obsolescence.
Support consistent application of inventory policies, SOPs, and internal control standards across locations.
Process Improvement & Risk Reduction
Assess endtoend inventory workflows and recommend process changes to improve visibility, tracking, and accountability.
Collaborate with operations, finance, compliance, and internal audit to address inventoryrelated risks and audit findings.
Assist with implementation of standardized best practices for inventory management and control execution.
Support remediation plans tied to internal audits, external audits, or regulatory reviews.
Physical Inventory & Vendor Coordination
Coordinate and work directly with external inventory service providers to plan and execute physical inventory counts.
Ensure pharmacies are properly prepared for physical inventories, audits, and inspections.
Review inventory count results, identify discrepancies, and support followup investigations and corrective actions.
Partner with pharmacy leaders to ensure timely resolution of inventory variances and documentation issues.
Audit, Compliance & Security
Support inventoryrelated audits, including internal audit, SOXrelated controls (as applicable), and regulatory reviews.
Evaluate inventory security practices, including access controls, storage, and monitoring.
Recommend enhancements to inventory security and lossprevention controls, including controlled substance handling where applicable.
Serve as a field resource for inventory compliance questions and escalations.
Training & Collaboration
Educate pharmacy staff and leadership on inventory control expectations, best practices, and process changes.
Provide handson guidance during site visits to reinforce proper inventory procedures.
Partner with centralized inventory management, purchasing, finance, and compliance teams to ensure alignment.
Key Competencies
Inventory accuracy & reconciliation
Process improvement & risk mitigation
Audit & compliance support
Vendor coordination
Fieldbased problem solving
Communication and influence
Operational discipline and followthrough
Work Environment
Fieldbased role requiring frequent travel to pharmacy locations nationwide.
Combination of onsite operational work and remote analysis/documentation.
Occasional evenings or weekends may be required to support physical inventories.

Qualifications

Required
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, operations, pharmacyrelated field, or equivalent experience.
3-5+ years of experience in inventory management, pharmacy operations, supply chain, audit, or operational controls.
Experience working directly with field operations or multisite environments.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% of the time.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate discrepancies and identify root causes.
High attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
Ability to work independently in a fastpaced, fieldbased role.

Preferred
Experience in longterm care, specialty, or institutional pharmacy environments.
Familiarity with physical inventory processes and thirdparty inventory service vendors.
Experience supporting audits, compliance initiatives, or internal controls.
Knowledge of pharmacy inventory systems and ERP platforms.
Prior exposure to loss prevention, inventory security, or controlled substance processes.

About our Line of Business

PharMerica, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, delivers personalized pharmacy care through dedicated local teams, serving health care providers such as skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, and hospitals. We also cater to individuals with behavioral needs, infusion therapy needs, seniors receiving in-home care, and patients with cancer. Operating long-term care, home infusion, and specialty pharmacies across the nation, we combine the personal touch of a neighborhood pharmacy with the resources of a national network. Our comprehensive solutions, backed by industry-leading technology and regulatory expertise, ensure accurate medication access, cost control, and compliance with best-in-class clinical standards. We are committed to enhancing resident health, reducing staff burdens, and supporting our clients' success. For more information, visit www.pharmerica.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.