Pharmacy Operations Lead

Sterling Cross Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Pharmacy Operations Lead in Preston. This full-time, short-term opportunity involves overseeing operational aspects of relocating a digital healthcare organization. Ideal candidates will have a strong project management background, particularly in operational site moves, and excellent communication skills. A background in pharmacy is beneficial but not required. This role ensures compliance and smooth operational transitions.

Qualifications

• Strong track record as a Project Manager.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solver with experience in risk assessment.
• Experience coaching managers during change.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational and logistical aspects of site relocation.
• Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
• Provide project management services during transition.

Skills

Project Management

Communication with stakeholders

Problem-solving

Risk assessment and mitigation

Coaching during change

Job description

Overview

A fantastic short-term/project consultant opportunity is now available for anexperienced operational leader in Preston, supporting the relocation of a leading digital healthcare organisation to their new premises as their Pharmacy Operations Lead.

As Pharmacy Operations Lead, you will oversee the physical, operational and logistical aspects required for the successful migration of the team’s infrastructure and systems, ensuring the process is completed as smoothly and with as little disruption as possible.

You will provide outstanding project management and leadership services during transition so that the site is fully operational and compliant with industry, regulatory and safety standards by project end.

While a background in pharmacy and/or healthcare facilities would be highly beneficial, it is not essential for this role.

Your expertise will ensure that the team can continue to thrive, innovate, and deliver excellent healthcare from their new site that raises patient care to new heights.

This is afractional (full-time/short-term) opportunity on a 3-month FTC.

Person specification

• (Essential) Strong track record as a Project Manager, with an established history of successful operational site moves and/or complex multi-site projects
• (Essential) Proven ability to communicate effectively with project stakeholders, including liaising with and negotiating contracts with vendors/suppliers
• (Essential) Excellent problem-solver with experience in risk assessment, mitigation and troubleshooting
• (Essential) Experience coaching managers during periods of change
• (Desirable) Existing understanding of operational needs specific to healthcare/pharmacy environments