My title is Pharmacy Purchasing Analyst. I do a lot of analyzing. I prefer the Purchasing title as well. I have no idea why.

Name of Facility: Arnot Ogden Medical Center

City, State: Acute Care 256 beds

Years as a Buyer: 7

I am titled a "Pharmacy Purchasing Specialist" Some in our pharmacy say "purchaser" some say "buyer" it's about equal. But I agree with Dale, they have equal meaning.

Name of Facility: Good Samaritan Hospital

City, State: Hospital, Acute care

Years as a Buyer: 30yrs

My buyers title is Purchasing Agent. I am not sure she minds what she is called as long as she is a respected member of the team, which she is (very valuable to our efforts).

Name of Facility: Billings Clinic

City, State: Hosptial and Clinic Hybrid

Years as a Buyer: 1