Pharmacy Warehouse & Logistics Manager

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Name Julie Beaumont

Position Pharmacy Stores and Distribution Operations Manager

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Job Summary

The position forms part of the Trusts Pharmacy Procurement and Distribution Department, providing purchasing, contracting, inventory management, receipt, storage and distribution services for approximately £350m of annualised spend for a range of medicines. Whilst there is no direct budget management the post holder will be expected to understand the Trust’s budgeting process and the allocation of cost mechanism.

Assist the Operations Manager in the management of all medicines Supply Services, including implementation and ongoing support. Negotiates appropriate staff transfers to reflect work activity within the department, and to expand the service to other products and functions. It is expected that a significant reduction in the levels of inventory that the Trust currently holds can be achieved through a collaborative approach between inventory management and purchasing. The post holder will work closely with the Operations Manager, procurement lead and store supervisors to identify opportunities and improve supply chain effectiveness.

Why you should join our Team

T he Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one of the biggest NHS Trusts in the country, offering a range of both general and specialist hospital services with excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We have an international reputation for excellence in specialist care, research and academic training.

Our vision as a Trust is to be the best for specialist and integrated care. This is underpinned by our values - The Leeds Way. The Leeds Way defines who we are, what we believe and how we will work together to deliver the best outcomes for our patients.

Leeds is a wonderful city to work in and LTHT is an organisation that puts its patients first and highly values and supports its staff.

The Stores and Distribution Team in Pharmacy Services at LTH is a forward-thinking department that values the contribution of all our staff.

What you will bring to the role

Degree plus Advanced Diploma in Procurement & Supply and membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply

OR

Recognised qualification in pharmacy / medicines management and significant relevant experience and knowledge of MHRA Good Distribution Practice equivalent to degree level with evidence of further specialist training

Provides local assurance and accountability that warehouse operations are undertaken in accordance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP. )Working with the Operations manager to be responsible for the distribution route for products within the organisation, reviewing with customers the most appropriate route for product delivery, liaising with clinical colleagues

Support the introduction of new technology and inventory management systems, segment customers to provide an integrated demand management system. Demand Management will reflect the total product requirements of customers irrespective of the supply route.Report formally on implementations and record key process indicators following implementation.

Professional approach to all aspects of work, in particular the adoption of the Ethical Code of Conduct and the Trust’s Code of Conduct and to be accountable for such behaviour. Hard working, flexible to the demands of customers and committed to the outcomes required by the Organisation and Department. Commitment to staff development at all levels, including the sponsorship of Professional development.

Experience in dealing with medical products and their handling and distribution requirements

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:

Patient-centred

Collaborative

Fair

Accountable

Empowered

All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values

We’re committed to recruiting exceptional people to deliver outstanding services across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and helping every colleague reach their full potential. We’re looking for a compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative leader who shares our values and can build strong partnerships. We warmly invite applications from people from a variety of backgrounds and sectors, and are especially keen to hear from individuals from a minority ethnic background. We’re dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging, as we work together to deliver the best in healthcare to the people of Leeds and beyond.

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.