Job summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and
experienced Pharmacy Operations Manager to join our Northern Pharmacy
Management Team at Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
This Band 8b role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the delivery
of pharmacy supply services across our Northern sites. You will play a pivotal
role in ensuring the safe, effective, and efficient provision of medicines
procurement, distribution, dispensary, homecare, while supporting medicines
safety and governance.
As a senior leader, you will deputise for the Associate Director of Pharmacy
Northern and contribute to strategic planning, service development, and
workforce leadership.
We understand that relocating for a new role
can be a significant step, both personally and financially. Thats why we offer a generous package of
support, including financial assistance, to help ease the transition for those
considering relocation. If you are
relocating to North Devon for this role, we can offer either an annual
accommodation allowance or a relocation allowance (the former for those renting
a property and the latter for those buying a property). For full details on these packages of
support, please contact us.
If you are interested we would love to hear
from you. Were happy to discuss any aspects of the role, the location, or any
other burning questions you may have.
Please see contact details below.
Main duties of the job
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
About us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the Job Description and
Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
-Provide professional leadership and
operational management of pharmacy supply services across Northern services.
- Lead and manage teams including the Dispensary Manager, Homecare Technician
and the Medicines Safety and Governance Technician
- Ensure compliance with legislation, national standards, and Trust policies
related to medicines management.
- Oversee business continuity planning, drug alerts, recalls, and safe storage
of medicines.
- Support financial management of medicines procurement and identify savings
opportunities.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to deliver
high-quality patient care.
- Deputise for the Associate Director of Pharmacy contributing to strategic
development and service improvement as part of the Northern Pharmacy Management
Team and the wider Pharmacy Leadership Team.
About
You
You will be a registered pharmacist or
technician or pharmacist with substantial post-qualification experience in
hospital pharmacy services and proven leadership in operational pharmacy
management. You will have excellent communication, analytical, and
problem-solving skills, and a strong track record in service development and
team leadership.
Experience in managing pharmacy supply chains, homecare services, and medicines
governance is essential. A postgraduate leadership qualification or equivalent
experience is desirable.
If you are ready for a fulfilling career change
or seeking a supportive environment to expand and develop your leadership
skills, were ready to welcome you to be part of a hospital team that values
collaboration, innovation and patient-focused care.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week.
Interview Date: Monday 8th of December 2025
For further information please contact: Tracey Foss, Chief Pharmacist on 01392 406039 or tracey.foss@nhs.net.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the Job Description and
Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
-Provide professional leadership and
operational management of pharmacy supply services across Northern services.
- Lead and manage teams including the Dispensary Manager, Homecare Technician
and the Medicines Safety and Governance Technician
- Ensure compliance with legislation, national standards, and Trust policies
related to medicines management.
- Oversee business continuity planning, drug alerts, recalls, and safe storage
of medicines.
- Support financial management of medicines procurement and identify savings
opportunities.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to deliver
high-quality patient care.
- Deputise for the Associate Director of Pharmacy contributing to strategic
development and service improvement as part of the Northern Pharmacy Management
Team and the wider Pharmacy Leadership Team.
About
You
You will be a registered pharmacist or
technician or pharmacist with substantial post-qualification experience in
hospital pharmacy services and proven leadership in operational pharmacy
management. You will have excellent communication, analytical, and
problem-solving skills, and a strong track record in service development and
team leadership.
Experience in managing pharmacy supply chains, homecare services, and medicines
governance is essential. A postgraduate leadership qualification or equivalent
experience is desirable.
If you are ready for a fulfilling career change
or seeking a supportive environment to expand and develop your leadership
skills, were ready to welcome you to be part of a hospital team that values
collaboration, innovation and patient-focused care.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week.
Interview Date: Monday 8th of December 2025
For further information please contact: Tracey Foss, Chief Pharmacist on 01392 406039 or tracey.foss@nhs.net.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
Desirable
- See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
Desirable
- See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
