System Director, Pharmacy Supply Chain

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Keene

. Manage all aspects of medication-related supply chain management for Dartmouth Health .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeLebanon • New Hampshire • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medication-related supply chain management, including pharmaceutical purchasing, inventory control, and compliance with state and federal regulations. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize contract compliance, and implement effective cost management strategies.

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Pharmacy Leadership ExperienceSupply Chain ManagementDrug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA)Inventory ManagementPharmD or Advanced Degree

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Hard Skills

Pharmaceutical PurchasingInventory ControlCost ManagementFinancial AnalysisContract ComplianceSupply Chain ForecastingAutomated Financial AccountingDrug DistributionGPO Pricing IntelligenceRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem-SolvingTeam LeadershipChange ManagementDecision-Making

Tools & Technologies

Computerized Inventory SystemsEHR SystemsAutomation Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Current New Hampshire Licensure

Industry Keywords

Pharmacy Supply ChainDrug Shortage ManagementControlled-Substance DistributionPharmaceutical LaunchesVendor Market Intelligence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage all aspects of medication-related supply chain management for Dartmouth Health
Oversee centralized pharmaceutical purchasing, inventory management, drug shortage, and drug distribution teams
Oversee operations and leadership staff of the multi-state licensed Central Supply Pharmacy distributor
Ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations for Central Supply Pharmacy
Optimize contract compliance through evaluation and audit of wholesaler pricing systems
Audit GPO contract changes and ensure accurate, timely pricing updates
Manage purchasing activities and coordinate with appropriate committees to facilitate prescribing and distribution processes
Advise on supply chain forecasting, pharmacy spend, trend budgeting, vendor market intelligence, pharmaceutical launches, and GPO pricing intelligence
Oversee specialty pharmacy long-buy purchasing, inventory control, cost accounts, transfer systems, and auditing
Establish and monitor inventory tracking systems and oversee computerized inventory systems and item master files
Manage high-cost/low-use inventory stocking and coordinate inventory across utilization sites
Support inpatient controlled-substance distribution systems
Manage reverse distribution procedures and product returns
Oversee new or alternative product intake and barcode validation for EHR and automation systems
Oversee cost management, contracting opportunity analysis, savings calculations, and cost-reduction goals
Oversee cost and financial analysis and forecasting for wholesaler, vaccine, acute and non-acute facilities, and specialty vendor purchases
Monitor purchasing, return, inventory, and vendor-credit variances
Oversee automated financial accounting interfaces and liaise with Corporate Finance on supply-chain accounting
Review non-medication supplies to identify alternative sources and manage costs
Monitor local and national drug shortages and implement supply-maintenance tactics
Work with clinical staff to determine alternatives and therapeutic substitutions for critical stock shortages
Implement purchasing and automation-system changes with pharmacy managers and directors
Oversee drug recalls, including identification, quarantine, returns, manufacturer credits, and notifications
Evaluate and negotiate pharmaceutical cost, distribution, technology, and automation contracts
Liaise with wholesalers and vendors regarding pricing, performance, fill rates, contract compliance, and supply adherence
Evaluate FDA licensing and regulatory certification of authorized pharmaceutical suppliers
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

PharmD preferred
MS in Healthcare Leadership/Healthcare Management, MBA, or other advanced degree preferred
In-depth understanding of supply chain and Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA)
Five plus years of pharmacy leadership experience
Three plus years of experience in pharmacy supply chain or perioperative supply chain
Ability to generate a vision, establish direction, motivate members, create an atmosphere of trust, leverage diverse views, coach staff, and encourage improvement
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Ability to set priorities and make critical decisions
Managerial effectiveness, problem-solving, and change-management abilities
Effective oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated interpersonal and team skills
Current unrestricted New Hampshire licensure within 90 days of hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance through Anthem BC/BS, with HDHP/HSA and PPO plan options
Employer contribution of 4% of biweekly pay
Retirement plan with immediate vesting
50% biweekly matching contribution on up to 4% of pay saved, for a maximum match of 2% of pay
Paid time off accrued per pay period based on hours worked
Six paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000 per year
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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