Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Pharmacy Procurement Lead Technician

The closing date is 09 March 2026

Job summary

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)

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Details

Date posted

23 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

7 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-CSS-BR-0050

Job locations

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Job description

Job 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

Job description

Job 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

Registration

Essential

  • Must be registered with the GPhC
  • NVQ level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences (or equivalent qualification recognised by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain)

Work related experience

Essential

  • Relevant hospital pharmacy experience - including procurement/homecare
  • Experience in managing staff
  • CIPS Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operation

Desirable

  • Experience of employee relations
Person Specification

Registration

Essential

  • Must be registered with the GPhC
  • NVQ level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences (or equivalent qualification recognised by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain)

Work related experience

Essential

  • Relevant hospital pharmacy experience - including procurement/homecare
  • Experience in managing staff
  • CIPS Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operation

Desirable

  • Experience of employee relations

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Pharmacy Operations Manager - Procurement

Luke Tyler

luke.tyler@nhs.net

01268524900

Details

Date posted

23 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

7 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-CSS-BR-0050

Job locations

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


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