
National Inventory Manager
Company Overview
Before we opened Strive Pharmacy we were unsatisfied with the current state of the pharmaceutical industry. Most of the current pharmaceuticals only offer a one size fits all approach and often come with unwanted and potentially dangerous side effects. We found that through compounding we can offer a much more personalized solution to medicine.
Through this we have been able to help patients get the results they are seeking for their personal needs. After years of working for corporate chains we took the risk and opened Strive Pharmacy. We are dedicated to providing a better experience for each customer and clinic that we work with. Come see the Strive difference.
Our Mission
We’re flipping the script with personal medicine. We strive to interrupt an industry that has been closed to personalized care, accessibility, and nuance for too long. We strive to shift a reactive view of self-care and ignite a proactive baseline-shifting approach to health for all. ‘The human element’ is our crux and catalyst, driving all that we do, whether we’re interacting with patients, providers, or practices. We’re here to partner with those ready for a change. More than a compounding pharmacy, we’re on a mission to positively disrupt healthcare as we know it. Strive is about more than medicine. Strive is about striving for the personal side of healthcare.
Position Type: Full-Time, On-site (with 1 day of your preference to work from home each week)
Location: 120 W. 1st Ave, Mesa, Arizona (with travel to our pharmacy 15 minutes away in Gilbert, Arizona)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Salary: $85,000 - $92,000 + 10% bonus
Travel: Up to 50% to various pharmacy locations across the U.S.
Job Summary:
The National Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing all aspects of inventory planning, control, and distribution across a Strive pharmaceutical network. This role ensures accurate inventory levels, regulatory compliance, uninterrupted product availability, and alignment with business, quality, and financial objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute national inventory strategies to support commercial, clinical, and sample distribution operations.
- Oversee inventory planning, forecasting, replenishment, and lifecycle management across multiple warehouses and distribution partners.
- Ensure compliance with FDA, DEA, GMP, GDP, and company regulatory standards related to pharmaceutical inventory management.
- Monitor inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, reconciliation, and root cause analysis of discrepancies.
- Collaborate with Purchasing, Quality, Finance, Commercial, and Third-Party Logistics (3PL) partners to ensure product availability.
- Manage inventory risks including shortages, expirations, obsolescence, recalls, and temperature excursions.
- Lead inventory reporting, KPIs, and dashboards to support executive decision-making.
- Support new product launches, product transitions, and national inventory scaling initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, service levels, and process efficiency.
- Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and training related to inventory operations.
- Lead, train, and mentor regional inventory teams and logistics coordinators.
- Foster a culture of compliance, quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- 7+ years of progressive experience in inventory, supply chain, or logistics management within pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated industries.
- Strong working knowledge of FDA, DEA, GMP, and GDP regulations.
- Experience managing national inventory across multiple distribution centers or 3PLs.
- Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) and inventory management tools.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership abilities.
- Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time to support all locations.
Preferred Skills
- Experience supporting field sample distribution or specialty pharmaceutical products.
- Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification.
- Advanced Excel, Power BI, or similar reporting and analytics experience.
- Demonstrated ability to lead national initiatives and influence senior stakeholders.
Work Environment
This position may be based at corporate headquarters or remote, with occasional travel to distribution centers, 3PL partners, or corporate offices as required.
Benefits/ Perks
Strive Pharmacy provides a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses various perks such as employer paid healthcare coverage available after 30 days of employment, the choice of an FSA/HSA, a voucher for new hire scrubs (if applicable), parental leave, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, and the benefit of weekends and holidays off. FREE COMPOUNDED MEDS to employees and immediate family members.
Culture
At Strive, culture plays a fundamental role in shaping our workplace atmosphere. Beyond our exceptional benefits package, we foster a sense of community. Throughout the year, we arrange various holiday potlucks and festive celebrations. Strive is committed to promoting both personal and professional development, striving for our employees to excel and grow in every aspect of their lives, both within and outside of the workplace.
EEO
Strive Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer*** Please do not call the pharmacy location with questions about your application or interview. A talent acquisition partner will reach out to you.
Create a Job Alert
Interested in building your career at Strive Pharmacy? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.
Apply for this job
*
indicates a required field