Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Medicines Assurance Manager to join the Pharmacy Team within the Medicines Procurement & Supply Chain (MPSC) function of the Medicines Value & Access sub-directorate, part of the Commercial & Growth Directorate. The postholder will work closely with the Deputy Director of MPSC to support delivery of the national medicine's resilience strategy, including managing secondary care medicines shortages and leading key resilience workstreams such as the UK-held buffer stock programme and the joint MHRA/Medicines UK Project Revive. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a pharmacy professional to gain experience in national medicines governance pathways and to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, including the MHRA, DHSC, Medicines UK, UKHSA, and clinicians across NHS England. The office base for this role can be London, Warrington, or Leeds and the role will require some infrequent travel across sites. It is offered as a fixed-term contract or secondment opportunity for maternity leave cover, initially until 31st March 2027, with a possible extension until 31st May 2027. Main duties

Manage all tiers of medicines shortages in line with the Guide to Managing Medicines Shortages. Undertake internal and external stakeholder engagement to mitigate issues arising from medicines shortages. Develop communications to the NHS regarding medicines shortages. Develop and present papers at national medicines groups. Lead engagement with suppliers on supply chain matters. Support the business in driving transformation and value for money in planning, commissioning and service delivery. Develop business plans and provide expert strategic and policy advice on all areas of the National Director's portfolio.

About us

Our staff bring expertise across clinical, operational, commissioning, technology, data science, cyber security, software engineering, education, and commercial specialisms. We enable local systems and providers to improve patient health and reduce health inequalities. We make the NHS a great place to work, where people can develop and make a difference. We collaborate to ensure the workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care. We optimise the use of digital technology, research, and innovation. We deliver value for money.

Person specification Qualifications

BTEC National Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences and NVQ level 3 in pharmacy services or an approved equivalent qualification or Pharmacy Degree. Educated to masters level or equivalent experience of working at a senior level in a specialist area.

Knowledge & Experience

Good understanding of medicine supply chain and management of medicine supply issues. Understanding of the background to current healthcare policy and its implications for engagement. Appreciation of the relationship between the Department of Health and individual provider and commissioning organisations.

Skills, Capabilities & Attributes

Able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, negotiate with senior stakeholders, and present complex information to large influential groups. Capable of making autonomous decisions on difficult and contentious issues under tight, changing timescales.

Values and Behaviours

Able to connect their work with benefits to patients and the public. Works well with others, is positive, helpful, listens, involves, respects and learns from others. Consistently seeks to improve, looks for successful tried and tested ways of working, and seeks innovation.

Secondments Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only; agreement must be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application. #J-18808-Ljbffr