Job summary
Employer heading
Procurement Supervisor
NHS AfC: Band 3
Job overview
To manage the day-to-day procurement of medicines for SDH Developments Ltd Outpatient Pharmacy.
This post has an influence on expenditure and stockholding of medicines worth approximately £700,000.
Main duties of the job
To undertake efficient and cost effective processing of orders and other documentation relating to the ordering and receipt of pharmaceutical and pharmacy supplied items according to current NHS CMU contracts and other negotiated agreements.
Oversee efficient ordering and stock control of all stationary, uniforms and other consumables.
Working for our organisation
This post will be integrated within both (inpatient and outpatient) pharmacy teams to ensure the timely supply of medicines and sundries.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Undertake efficient and cost-effective processing (including through EDI) of orders and other documentation relating to ordering and receipt of pharmaceutical and pharmacy-supplied items according to current NHS CMU contracts and other negotiated agreements.
- Oversee efficient ordering and stock control of all stationery, uniforms and other consumables.
- Ensure prompt receipt and unpacking of goods received, processing of appropriate documentation, and accurate recording of all necessary details to ensure continuity of supply
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of all invoices arising from the purchase of pharmaceuticals and other pharmacy related goods. Investigate errors and differences in pricing promptly and effectively, advising the Operations Manager of any substantial price differences or unresolved problems.
- Provide support to the Pharmacy Operations Manager in the management of the pharmacy EDS computer system and in the development of the software, including modification of files, implementation of enhancements and basic maintenance of ‘back-up’ systems and hardware e.g. printers.
- Support the use and further develop ordering via EDI e.g. by creating trader partners and inputting EAN codes.
- Manage effective systems for the introduction of new drugs and for reducing the range and level of non-formulary items held in stock. Keep the EDS system up-to-date with changes
Person specification
shortlisting
Essential criteria
- Good general standard of education ( at least a C in Maths and English)
Desirable criteria
- Pharmacy experience
- Purchasing experience
Experience
Essential criteria
- Hospital Pharmacy Experience
- Experience of computerised stock-control ordering systems
Desirable criteria
- Experience and understanding of dealing with commercial in confidence information
- Substantial proven hospital pharmacy experience
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Good general standard of education to GCSE level including at least a grade C in Maths and English
- Able to complete a BTEC Level 2 certificate in the principles and practice for pharmacy support staff or equivalent
- Knowledge of procedures to NVQ 3 or equivalent, relevant certification or equivalent experience, skills and knowledge
Desirable criteria
- Advanced ECDL or equivalent qualification
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Stacey Muscott
- Job title
- Pharmacy Operations Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01803 655310
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