About the role:
TVS are working as part of Team Leidos, which is a team of defence and logistics specialists, supporting a major contract providing an end to end supply chain service delivering commodity and inventory savings to the UK Ministry of Defence.
We are now recruiting for a Pharmacy Technician working for TVS at the Team Leidos offices at Emersons Green in Bristol as part of a vibrant and dynamic team, committed to transforming the way the MOD works.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
· To advise on the technical qualities and characteristics of pharmaceutical products
· Sourcing new items and providing technical information in support of procurement
· Identifying where generic switching is appropriate and available for branded lines
· Identifying and advising on alternatives for out of stock and MCS items
· Sourcing and data management of a catalogue of suitable cost effective ‘specials’
· To effectively communicate product information, supporting other non-technical areas of the business with your subject matter expertise
· Dealing with customer queries regarding pharmaceutical items via our electronic service desk
· To communicate effectively with a wide range of personalities and roles including corporate, healthcare and military personnel
· To support regulatory activities related to the provision and management of pharmaceutical products
· To provide technical advice to assist in the development, and throughout the lifecycle, of various pharmaceutical contracts
· To perform tasks that support the commitment to Good Distribution Practice
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
· Current registration as Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
· A minimum of 3 years recent experience in a Pharmaceutical environment. It is advantageous to have previous experience within Defence
· Knowledge of broad ranging Human & Veterinary Medicines, and Medical Consumables is advantageous
· Knowledge of regulatory activities related to pharmaceuticals
· Experience of data management systems
· Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
· Must be numerate and have a good command of English both written and verbal
· PC skills essential including knowledge of MS Office Suite including Excel
· Ability to travel independently (some travel can be anticipated)
The successful candidate will be required go through a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Clearance.
Your package will include:
· Competitive Salary and pension scheme with life assurance
· 25 Days Holiday (plus 8 statutory Bank Holidays)
· Holiday buy-back scheme (5 additional days available)
· Employee Assistance Programme supporting wellness with immediate access to:
1. GP consultation and second opinions
2. Mental health support
3. Financial and Legal support
4. Wellbeing and healthy living support
· Employee referral scheme with financial reward
· Cycle to work scheme
· Professional Membership and Study Sponsorship
· Pass scheme (£100 to undertake training of your choice)
At TVS SCS we encourage and support our employees to realise their potential. They are empowered to take initiative and achieve high impact results that really make a difference to our business and our customers.
Security Clearance Requirement
Candidates must be eligible to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. This process includes verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, and a basic criminal records check for unspent convictions. Please note that candidates must have resided in the UK for 3 years to meet BPSS eligibility requirements.
If you require any adjustments to allow you take a full and active part in the selection process, please notify us as part of your application. Please note TVS Supply Chain Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer. TVS have signed the Armed Forces covenant and are a forces friendly employer