University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust
Pharmacy Purchasing Officer
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About the Role
Would you like to have a rewarding career in the National Health Service? We are looking for a dedicated, organised, and motivated person to join us as a Pharmacy Purchasing Officer to maintain the supply chain of Medicines and to support the processing of Invoices for all pharmacy purchases.
Important Notes
- Previous applicants need not apply.
- Please note that sponsorship is not eligible for this position.
- Please be advised that interviews for this post are provisionally scheduled for Monday 24th August 2026.
- Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Key Responsibilities
- You will be based within the procurement team in the Pharmacy Department at UHCW NHS Trust supporting the safe and cost-effective procurement of medicines for use within the trust and ensuring all invoices are processed in line with suppliers terms and conditions.
- Develop good working relationships with other departments within the Pharmacy and Hospital.
- Work closely with the rest of the pharmacy team to provide high-quality pharmaceutical care to all patients within the Trust.
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About Us
We pride ourselves on our Pharmacy Mission Statement:
‘Delivering patient-focused excellence in medicines use’
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high-quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
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The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential, and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity, and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Application
For further details/informal visits contact:
- Name: Verity Newbold & Laura Gadsby
- Job Title: Pharmacy and Procurement Distribution Manager
- Email Address: verity.newbold@uhcw.nhs.uk, laura.gadsby@uhcw.nhs.uk
- Telephone Number: 02476 966797
For more information or to arrange an informal visit please contact verity.newbold@uhcw.nhs.uk or laura.gadsby@uhcw.nhs.uk or call on 02476 966797.
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