Pharmacy Purchasing and Distribution Manager

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Pharmacy Purchasing and Distribution Manager The closing date is 05 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the pharmacy team at Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals. This role and is based at Royal Brompton Hospital within our established, developed, and well-resourced pharmacy department. We are looking for a committed, highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who will contribute to our ongoing success. You will work as part of a friendly and supportive team of pharmacy assistants, pharmacy technicians and pharmacists.This is a great opportunity for a person to work as the purchasing and distribution manager based at Royal Brompton Hospital. We are looking for either a pharmacy technician, pharmacy assistant or pharmacy administrator, who has experience in purchasing and ready to take on a senior role.This post is based at the Royal Brompton Site, with a commitment to Harefield hospital and need to be able to work flexibly across all GSTT sites. Main duties of the job To manage the operational running of the Pharmacy Purchasing Office, ensuring that staff are allocated to respond to workload. To ensure ordering and invoicing of pharmaceuticals, including medical and special gases is undertaken according to Trust procedures and that office systems and equipment are maintained. To deputise for the Pharmacy Purchasing and Distribution Lead. To be responsible for ensuring there is an efficient Pharmacy stock and medicines management service on assigned wards and ensuring the ward stock is correctly stored and stock rotated, liaising with pharmacy technicians, pharmacists and ward staff. To manage the purchasing, supply and stock levels of medical and special gases. To maintain Pharmacy computer files with current prices and contract details To investigate purchasing and invoicing queries to a successful conclusion. To provide support to the Harefield pharmacy distribution team site, ensuring procedures are followed, invoicing is up to date and queries are resolved in a timely way. To ensure that infection prevention and control (IPC) is an integral part of service delivery. If a pharmacy technician, support the dispensary as an accredited checking pharmacy technician. This role is based at Royal Brompton Hospital but need to be able to work flexibly across all GSTT sites. About us The Royal Brompton Hospital Pharmacy department is a friendly welcoming team, who support their staff. We work closely with our counterparts at Harefield Hospital Pharmacy, to ensure our patients get the best possible treatment for their lung and heart conditions. Our core values are: We care We respect We are inclusive Details Date posted 23 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £38,488 to £46,852 a year per annum inc HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 196-LIS10872D Job locations Royal Brompton Hospital Sydney Street London SW3 6NP United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for a more comprehensive overview of role requirements and responsibilities. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for a more comprehensive overview of role requirements and responsibilities. Person Specification Skills Essential Good communication