Pharmacy Technician - Procurement

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Pharmacy Technician to join the Pharmacy Procurement team. You will support safe, cost-effective procurement and distribution of medicines across the Trust, ensure MHRA compliance, and work with the Lead for Procurement on supplier and contract management.

The role offers 37.5 hours per week, with weekend and bank holiday commitments, and opportunities for flexible working.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Provide daily procurement and distribution of medicines.
• Ensure compliance with MHRA guidance and SOPs.
• Manage stock levels, supplier contracts, and distribution.
• Collaborate with pharmacy team and MDTs to optimise medicines management.

Skills

Procurement exposure

Stock control

Contract management

Supplier liaison

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Milton Keynes University Hospital (MKUH) NHS Trust for an experienced and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join the Pharmacy Procurement team. This role is responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and cost-effective procurement and distribution of medicines across the Trust, ensuring compliance with MHRA guidance and Wholesale Dealer Authorisation requirements. Working closely with the Lead for Procurement, you will oversee procurement operations, supplier and contract management, and stock control. You will act as a main contact for the wider department. This is a rewarding and high-impact role offering leadership and close collaboration with internal teams, regional procurement networks, suppliers, and regulatory bodies. "We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute" Interview date: 14 October 2026

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career. As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities. We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards. Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030. Visit our website to explore the latest news and opportunities at MKUH -News - Milton Keynes University Hospital- For further information about Milton Keynes please visit -Visit Milton Keynes "NHS Staff Survey: 98.3% of this staff group feel that their role makes a difference to patience/service users."

• To provide a comprehensive and efficient daily procurement service to the trust developing and updating services; following all legal and departmental practices including Standing Operating Procedures (SOPs), MHRA Rules and Guidance for Pharmaceutical Distributors, COSHH, Lifting and Handling Regulations and all Trust Policies and Procedures.
• To assist the Chief Technician and Pharmacy Business Manager with development of cost improvements to the department and trust.

Trust Responsibilities

• To be part of the Pharmacy team and work to enable the objectives of the Pharmacy and the Trust to be achieved.
• To communicate effectively and promptly with all members of the pharmacy teams and, where necessary, clinical multidisciplinary teams (MDTs), to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of medicines management/optimisation and supply services to patients and colleagues across the local health system.

Professional Responsibilities

• To act in a professional manner consistent with the GPhC code of conduct and as is required to ensure safe, effective and timely care for patients and appropriate support for colleagues across the health system, including communication of complex and sensitive information.
• To effectively manage the ordering of medications for the trust on a day-to-day basis following SOP's ensuring compliance to regional, national and local contracts for wards, departments and external customers of the Trust via the pharmacy computer system.

Education & Training

• To train and appraise staff working in procurement and distribution as appropriate .
• To be responsible for the storage areas within the pharmacy departments.

Miscellaneous

• To carry out other duties as requested by senior staff.
• To seek advice and instruction from more experienced or specialised staff when necessary.

Band 5 £32,073 - £39,043 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week, including weekend and BH commitments. All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working