Specialist Pharmacy Technician Logistics and Distribution

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a registered Pharmacy Technician to support automation and day-to-day operations within the Central Pharmacy. Responsibilities include line managing Pharmacy Assistants, assisting with stock system management, and ensuring quality service delivery. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Benefits

On-site leisure facilities

Flexible working options

Subsidized staff parking

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Pharmacy Technician.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; line management experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Line management of Pharmacy Assistants.
• Support central pharmacy automation efforts.
• Assist with daily automated stock system requirements.
• Coordinate training for team members.
• Ensure quality standards within GDP.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Line management experience

Strong communication skills

Education

Registered Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Are you looking to work in a friendly fast paced environment? We are looking for a keen registered Pharmacy Technician who will be able to work independently and as part of a team to support within the Central Pharmacy Stores with leading automations and supporting day to day operations of Central Pharmacy. The keen individual will be expected to line manage Pharmacy Assistants and support with day to day running of the department working closely alongside the Principal Pharmacy Technician to maintain KPIs and promote GDP at all times. Maintaining inventory and space will be a large part of automation, supporting stock holding and workflow of medicines to wards and outside units in a timely manner. You will assist the Principal Technician - Purchasing, Supply and Logistics - Pharmacy to manage the daily requirements of the automated stock system (Robot) and the associated processes. You will support the Senior Pharmacy Technician - CPSD Team Leaders with leading and line managing a team of Pharmacy Assistants in all areas and assist with referrals of complex service delivery problems. You will be responsible for coordinating training provided to the Stores and Distribution Team, to colleagues, rotational staff and Pharmacy Trainees as required. You will assist Principal Technician - Purchasing, Supply and Logistics - Pharmacy by actively working towards maintaining key performance targets and monitor quality of service provided. You will assist Principal Technician - Purchasing, Supply and Logistics - Pharmacy in ensuring Good Distribution practice (GDP) training is delivered and recorded for each member of the Stores and Distribution, rotational staff and Pharmacy Trainees as required. You will be a key contact to communicate effectively with colleagues, wider pharmacy team and service users for updates on the automated system.

Responsibilities

• Line management of Pharmacy Assistants and support with day-to-day running of the department in collaboration with the Principal Pharmacy Technician.
• Support the Central Pharmacy Stores automation efforts and the workflow of medicines distributed to wards and external units in a timely manner.
• Assist with the daily requirements of the automated stock system (Robot) and related processes.
• Provide leadership support to CPSD Team Leaders and assist with referrals of complex service delivery problems.
• Coordinate training for the Stores and Distribution Team, colleagues, rotational staff and Pharmacy Trainees.
• Contribute to achieving and maintaining KPIs and quality standards within GDP.
• Deliver and record GDP training for Stores and Distribution, rotational staff and Pharmacy Trainees.
• Act as a key communication contact for colleagues, wider pharmacy team and service users regarding the automated system.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Registered Pharmacy Technician.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; line management experience is desirable.

About the Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds, the Trust focuses on a quality service for patients, staff and partners. The Trust has been recognised for outstanding care and rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. CUH values: Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for local people and specialist services for regional, national and international populations. CUH is committed to a diverse and inclusive community and values differences. Applications are welcome from all backgrounds.

Additional Information

• Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack for key duties and responsibilities.
• For Home Office immigration rules, a full-time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by Students on a visa unless certain conditions are met (Graduate visa, completed course with Graduate visa, or Skilled Worker sponsorship with studies completed within 3 months).
• For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough roles, applicants at risk of redundancy may be prioritized.
• The advert closes at midnight on 9 November 2025; interviews are due 20 November 2025.

Benefits

At CUH, we offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Benefits include reduced-cost Stagecoach travel, free Park and Ride between certain sites, subsidised staff parking, available hot food on campus, a staff pod break space, and flexible working options to support good work-life balance. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Application Timeline

This advert closes on Sunday 9 November 2025.