Purpose:
We are recruiting a Pharmacy Technician working for TVS as part of Team Leidos; a team of defence and logistics specialists supporting a major transformation contract for the UK Ministry of Defence. The aim of the contract is to provide an end-to-end supply chain service and deliver commodity and inventory savings.
The role will be based at Emersons Green, Bristol, as part of a vibrant and dynamic team, committed to transforming the way the MoD works.
Please note we work on a hybrid model of two days in the Bristol office and three days working from home each week.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
- To advise on the technical qualities and characteristics of pharmaceutical products
- To support regulatory activities related to the provision and management of pharmaceutical products
- To seek and collate pharmaceutical product information
- To effectively communicate that information, supporting other non-technical areas of the business with your subject matter expertise
- To liaise with the MoD customer, pharmaceutical manufacturers and suppliers
- To communicate effectively with a wide range of personalities and roles including corporate, healthcare and military personnel
- Sourcing new items and providing technical information in support of procurement
- Identifying where generic switching is appropriate and available for branded lines
- Sourcing and data management of a catalogue of suitable cost effective ‘specials’
- Identifying and advising on alternatives for out of stock and MCS items
- Dealing with customer queries regarding pharmaceutical items via our electronic service desk.
Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and 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
- Capacity to undertake work-related travel as some travel can be anticipated.
In return for your hard work, we offer excellent career progression opportunities and a professional environment where you can acquire, use, and continue developing your skills.
Your package will include:
- Competitive Salary
- Pension scheme with up to 6% employer matched contributions
- Life assurance
- 25 days holiday + 8 statutory bank holidays (of which 5 can be taken flexibly throughout the year)
- Holiday buy-back scheme (5 additional days available)
- Established hybrid working structure
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Programme supporting wellness with immediate access for you and your family to:
1. Virtual GP consultations and second opinions
2. Mental health support and counselling
3. Online physiotherapy
4. Access to CONNECTPlus long-term health condition support
5. Wellbeing and healthy living support
- Cycle to work scheme
- Professional Membership and Study Sponsorship
- Pass scheme (£100 per year to undertake training of your choice)
- Quarterly employee recognition awards
- Employee referral scheme with financial reward
- Benefits hub with employee retail discounts
- Discounted eye test vouchers
- Early finish Fridays.
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.
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Emersons Green (Bristol)
