Purchasing TechnicianPolaris Pharmacy Services of Northern CA - Livermore, CA 94551OverviewSalary Range $24.00 - $26.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Category Purchasing - ProcurementDescriptionWHO WE ARE At Polaris Pharmacy Services, we're more than a pharmacy — we're a dedicated partner in care, transforming how patients experience long-term, post-acute, correctional, PACE, and specialty pharmacy services. As industry leaders, we're raising the bar for quality and coordination across all sites of care, ensuring every patient receives seamless, compassionate, and expert support.Founded in 2015, Polaris is proud to be locally and independently owned, with a growing national footprint. Our team thrives in a mission-driven environment where innovation meets purpose, and every role contributes to making a real impact.
We offer more than just a job — we provide competitive pay, robust benefits, and genuine opportunities for career advancement.If you're passionate about shaping the future of pharmacy and making a difference in the lives of those who need it most, we invite you to grow with us.Job SummaryThe Purchasing Technician will be responsible for the direct purchasing of materials necessary to dispense medications to patientsDuties/ResponsibilitiesOrder daily medication needs from wholesalerLog and record all invoices and purchasing ordersMaintain correct amount of inventoryFollow current purchasing policies and proceduresMust be hands on individual, this is not a desk jobQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Required Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of brand name/generic medicationsAble to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.Able to work at a moderate speed.Able to work during inclement weather.ReliableDetail-focused with analytical problem-solving skillsBasic math skillsAble to physically perform light lifting.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:High School diploma or equivalent requiredPharmacy technician licenses/certifications preferred but not required by state regulations and state of practice.Previous pharmacy experience preferred (one or more years of long-term care experience preferred)PHYSICAL DEMANDSMay sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per dayThe employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, walkMay be necessary to work extended hours as neededMay lift and/or move up to 30 poundsThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this roleHOLIDAY & PTO POLICYPaid holidays are provided annually, with 6 days offered each year, along with 5 sick days.Employees earn up to 10 PTO days each year, with rollover options and milestone bonuses.Employees have the option to cash out up to 10 PTO hours each quarter for added financial flexibility.Please note, because we are a pharmacy most of our locations are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and therefore schedules may change as determined by the needs of the business.BENEFITS for full-time employeesMedical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance401 (k) (available for Part Time & Full Time EEs)Short-term and Long-term disability insuranceTuition reimbursementPersonal Time Off (PTO)Career growth potentialAnnual on-site voluntary Flu VaccinesEmployee referral bonus program