Deputy Pharmacy Purchasing Manager (XN05)
The closing date is 03 April 2026
Job summary
Are you ready to take the next step in your procurement or pharmacy career?. Leeds Teaching hospitals NHS Trust is looking for a motivated and forward-thinking Deputy Pharmacy Purchasing Manager to join our Medicines Management and Pharmacy Services team.
As Deputy Pharmacy Purchasing Manager you will support the Pharmacy Purchasing Manager in delivering a professional, customer-focused pharmacy procurement service. You'll work closely with clinical teams, suppliers and internal stakeholders to maintain a robust pharmacy supply chain for Leeds Teaching Hospitals, support medicines shortages management and ensure compliance with procurement regulations and Trust policies.
Expected Shortlisting Date
31/03/2026
Planned Interview Date
17/04/2026
Main duties of the job
As the Deputy Purchasing Manager you will:
Deputise for the Pharmacy Purchasing Manager.
Be involved in the implementation of new drug contracts and product changes.
Support the sourcing of Unlicensed Medicines (ULMs), ensuring compliance with LTH QC requirements.
Lead cost saving projects for non-contracted products.
Be responsible for day to day line Management and support for the Leeds Contracting team.
Help resolve supply issues and support Trust-wide medicines shortages management.
Address supplier performance issues to help achieve best outcomes for Leeds.
Support service development to increase efficiencies.
About us
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country. At Leeds our values - Patient Centred, Collaborative, Fair, Accountable, Empowered - shape everything we do. You'll be part of a supportive team committed to continuous improvement and high-quality service delivery.
We offer:
Opportunities for professional development
A collaborative and inclusive working environment
The chance to make a real impact on medicines supply and patient care across the Trust
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.
Details
Date posted
13 March 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
C9298-MMP-485
Job locations
Leeds Teaching Hospital
125 Moor Road
Hunslet
Leeds
LS10 2JQ
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address
Leeds Teaching Hospital
125 Moor Road
Hunslet
Leeds
LS10 2JQ
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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