Job Overview
This is an exciting opportunity within our Pharmacy Goods-In team based at Southmead Hospital and our off-site warehouse location! The successful candidate will bring a positive attitude while working in a fast-paced environment and supporting the efficient management of pharmaceutical supplies and stock.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a warehouse, stock management, or similar role, and must be able to work under their own initiative while completing priority tasks as part of the wider team.
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Key Responsibilities
* Receive, inspect, and process deliveries of pharmaceutical goods in accordance with NHS policies and procedures.
* Ensure accurate documentation and recording of goods received, including checking delivery notes against purchase orders.
* Maintain inventory control and ensure proper storage and organisation of stock.
* Assist in stock rotation and monitoring expiry dates to minimise wastage.
* Prepare and distribute pharmaceutical supplies to relevant departments as required.
* Participate in stock checks and audits to ensure compliance with governance and regulatory standards.
* Work collaboratively with the wider pharmacy and logistics teams.
* Rotate between the Brunel Pharmacy site and the off-site warehouse, providing flexibility and adaptability to meet operational demands.
Education / Training / Qualifications
Essential Criteria
* GCSE English and Mathematics – Grade C/4 or above.
Desirable Criteria
* Relevant units of Buttercups Level 2 (Pharmacy Stock Management).
Work Experience
Essential Criteria
* Previous experience in a warehouse, stock management, or similar role.
Desirable Criteria
* Familiarity with inventory management systems and dealing with stock discrepancies.
* Experience in a Pharmacy environment, knowledge of cold chain management and unlicensed medication.
* Proficiency in operating forklifts safely and efficiently.
* Proficiency in operating powered and/or manual pallet trucks effectively.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Essential Criteria
* Excellent IT skills, including accurate data entry such as Microsoft Excel, and other computer systems.
* Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people (e.g., staff, suppliers, drivers).
* Good problem-solving skills, and awareness of when to escalate appropriately.
* Good time management and organisational skills while working under pressure to achieve priority tasks.
Desirable Criteria
* Knowledge of General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
* Knowledge of Wholesale Dealer Authorisation (WDA) activities and requirements of Good Distribution Practice (UK GDP).
Personal Qualities / Special Circumstances
Essential Criteria
* Ability to perform manual handling tasks (e.g., heavy lifting, carrying, and moving stock).
* Own a vehicle and be able to travel between sites managed by NBT Trust. Must possess a clean driving licence without any endorsements, penalties, or points that may disqualify an individual from driving legally or safely.
* Working independently and as part of a team.
* Maintaining accuracy and focus with detailed concentration throughout repetitive daily tasks.
* Willingness to be trained and instructed, and working proactively to progress training.
* Ability to work within the defined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with an awareness of legal frameworks, such as Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
* Able to work during the normal working week 07:00 – 18:00 on rotation, including weekends and bank holidays as required for service provision.
If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance.
If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on 0117 414 1151.
North Bristol NHS Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.
Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.
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