Principal Pharmacy Technician: Procurement & Distribution

at  York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking for a highly capable, enthusiastic, and motivated Pharmacy Technician with extensive experience of hospital pharmacy to join our Team at Scarborough Hospital.
The post holder will work cross site and work closely with the Procurement and Distribution Manager to contribute to operational running of the distribution and procurement services and pharmacy stores team.
This post would ideally suit those with a background in pharmacy procurement, with good communication skills and initiative and the ability to work accurately whilst meeting deadlines. Relevant experience is essential, including the ability to perform accurate data analysis and reporting.
We are a friendly and innovative department which always thrives on improvement.
Please contact the recruiting manager, prior to applying to see if this role is for you.
To provide technical leadership on procurement in collaboration with the
procurement team across both York and Scarborough sites, working closely with the Principal Pharmacy Technician (Distribution and Automation) and the Pharmacy Procurement and Distribution manager.
Day to day management and leadership of the Procurement and Distribution Senior Pharmacy Technicians and pharmacy stores and staff at the Scarborough site.
Effectively communicate with pharmaceutical wholesalers, manufacturers and external agencies ensuring efficient and cost-effective procurement and supply of medicines in line with regional and national pharmacy contracting.
Communicate with pharmacy staff, other healthcare professionals and external customers on wide range of queries relating to procurement of medicines including changes to contracts; availability and cost of medicines (including controlled drugs, unlicensed medicines, and specials); and supply issues or delays.
To contribute to service improvement and development of distribution services to wards across all sites, including the provision of new services, facilitating ward moves and responding to complaints and issues, ensuring compliance with all legislation relating to medicines supply services, in a safe efficient and cost-effective manner.
Our Benefits

WE OFFER A RANGE OF BENEFITS TO SUPPORT OUR STAFF INCLUDING:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust’s dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net .
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else

Please refer the Job description for details