Pharmacy Procurement Lead Technician | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 23 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £47,810 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 March 2026 |
| Location: | Chelmsford, CM1 7ET |
| Company: | Southend University Hospital NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7774754/390-CSS-BR-0050 |
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!
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)
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.
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
This advert closes on Monday 9 Mar 2026