Job Description

Job Title: Procurement Manager


Location: Leicester


Contract: Full time, Permanent


At Personal Homecare Pharmacy, we take pride in placing our customers at the heart of all we do. We are a busy homecare pharmacy, with over 15 years experience in providing homecare medication. Working collaboratively with the NHS and private clinics nationally, we are dedicated to making our customer experience a focal point. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive to provide an exceptional service unequalled by no other. With our incredible team players, we aim to be the gold standard in homecare services.


We are currently seeking a

Procurement Manager

to lead and manage our medication and supplies purchasing. This role is essential to maintaining a reliable, compliant, and cost-effective supply chain to support patient care.

About the Role

As Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient acquisition of medicines and pharmacy-related supplies. Youll work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure our homecare patients receive the right products at the right time without compromising on quality or compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement

Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure efficient, timely, and cost-effective sourcing of medications and pharmacy supplies.

Supplier Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers. Negotiate contracts and service level agreements. Monitor supplier performance to ensure reliability and quality.

Inventory Management

Oversee and optimise stock levels to avoid shortages and overstocking. Support demand planning and forecasting for homecare-specific needs.

Cost Management

Identify opportunities to reduce procurement costs without compromising service delivery or patient safety. Work collaboratively with finance to track expenditure and achieve savings.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

Ensure all procurement activities meet regulatory requirements and internal policies. Verify the quality and suitability of procured products, including storage and transportation conditions.

Internal Communication

Liaise with pharmacy, clinical, and logistics teams to ensure procurement aligns with service delivery needs. Provide regular updates on product availability, delivery timelines, and market risks (e.g., shortages or recalls).

Homecare Expertise

Understand and anticipate the specific medication and equipment needs of patients receiving care at home. Tailor procurement practices to support safe, effective, and patient-focused homecare delivery.

About You

Were looking for a forward-thinking and detail-oriented individual who can drive operational efficiency while supporting clinical excellence.

Essential Requirements:

Proven experience in a procurement or supply chain management role, preferably within pharmacy, healthcare, or a regulated environment. Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, contract negotiation, and inventory control. Familiarity with healthcare or pharmacy regulatory requirements (e.g., GPHC, MHRA, GDP). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.

Desirable:

Experience in a homecare or clinical pharmacy setting. CIPS qualification or working towards one. Knowledge of procurement software and stock management systems.

Why Join Personal Homecare Pharmacy?

We are a specialist pharmacy service delivering tailored care to patients in their own homes. Youll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your expertise will directly impact service quality and patient safety. This is an excellent opportunity to influence the strategic direction of medicines operations in a growing and complex healthcare setting.


Salary - 48000


Hours of work Monday to Friday (40 hours)