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Job summary

Main area
Hospital Pharmacy
Grade
Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Participation in late, weekend and Bank holiday rotas)
Job ref
390-CSS-BR-9196
Employer
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Broomfield
Town
Chelmsford
Salary
£43,742 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
18/07/2024 08:00

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Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust logo

Pharmacy Procurement Lead

Band 7

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest trusts in the country, serving a population of 1.2 million people. Our newly formed Trust, comprising acute hospital sites at Broomfield in Chelmsford, Basildon and Southend,  is determined to provide the best health services for its local population. We are a well-led, high-performing and innovative organisation working in the best interests of the people we serve.

 

Job overview

Are you an experienced Registered Pharmacy Technician looking to move to a senior leadership post and further develop your professional leadership and management skills? 

We are looking for a highly capable, enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacy Technician with extensive experience of hospital pharmacy to join our friendly Pharmacy Team. 

The post involves working in a patient focused department, supported by skilled colleagues.

This post would ideally suit those with a background in pharmacy procurement /homecare, with good communication skills and initiative and the ability to work accurately whilst meeting deadlines.

Relevant experience is essential including experience of financial work, the ability to perform accurate data analysis and reporting and the ability to resolve financial queries and problems. A good knowledge of IT is desirable, preferably excel

If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!

Main duties of the job

As the pharmacy procurement lead you will be involved in all aspects of purchasing and homecare within the department for Broomfield hospital and  the wider MSE team. Reporting to the Pharmacy Operations Manager - Procurement the post holders duties will include but is not limited to; Purchasing of medicines, Homecare, shortage management, invoicing, finance, contract and system management, outsourcing.

This is a fast paced environment and we are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to work within the team.

You will be responsible for the day to day management of the pharmacy procurement and homecare functions at their base site and  within their portfolio. 

The portfolio for Broomfield site is Homecare, Wholesale Dealing, Reporting and Key Performance Indicators (KPI's)

 

Working for our organisation

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.

We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook – if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us

We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress

 

 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be a member of the Pharmacy Senior Management Team and will contribute to the delivery of pharmacy services as a whole.  This post would be suitable for an experience hospital pharmacy technician who has a track record of effective prioritisation along with excellent negotiation and influencing skills.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description

Person specification

Work related experience

Essential criteria
  • Relevant hospital pharmacy experience - including procurement/homecare
  • Experience in managing staff
  • CIPS Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operation
Desirable criteria
  • Experience of employee relations

Registration

Essential criteria
  • Must be registered with the GPhC

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Trust IDNHS Employers Diversity and Inclusion PartnersApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyMenopause Friendly EmployerArmed Forces Covenant (Silver Award)https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/kickstart-scheme-employer-resources/kickstart-scheme-brand-guidelinesStonewall Silver 2022Disability confident employerNHS Rainbow badgeNHS Pastoral CareNHS 75th Birthday

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Luke Tyler
Job title
Pharmacy Operations Manager - Procurement
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01268 524 900
Additional information

Luke Tyler - Pharmacy Operations Manager - Procurement

01268 524 900 ext 2941 

 

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