The National Purchasing Manager must be a graduate and have 5 years previous experience will be Responsible for for driving sourcing and supplier engagement ensuring has the best supply, costs, and range to enable our sales teams deliver the best proposition in the wholesale pharmacy industry. Responsible for day-to-day management of the team, a range of key suppliers and terms negotiations for UK Parallel Import products; whilst optimising net working capital and service levels. Managing inventory so that management KPIs are achieved, maintaining, and developing effective relationships with Suppliers, including supporting joint business plans. Must be Commercially aware Strong communicator Strong teamworking skills Good Negotiator with buying experience Use of Power BI dashboards Use of Parallel Trade Data Providers like MPA Search Understanding of UK Brand and Generics marketplace Clear understanding of the Retail Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Industry, preferably within a wholesale capacity. Understanding of the Parallel Trade and products within it. you will be Working cross functionally with all key stakeholders within Pharmaceuticals to ensure all financial targets are met. Manage and deliver UK Product Sourcing cost reduction and availability improvements through effective negotiation, contract design, relationship management and operations optimization. Continuously review products to ensure they remain market competitive and manage supplier renegotiation. Ensure accurate volume planning and forecasting to meet sales requirements across all UK customer channels. Managing and working as part of the UK Parallel Trade Sourcing team and closely with the EU Parallel Trade team, Commercial Team, the National Purchasing Manager will work to proactively expand the business, profitability market share and grow the product baskets.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
The National Purchasing Manager must be a graduate and have 5 years previous experience will be Responsible for for driving sourcing and supplier engagement ensuring has the best supply, costs, and range to enable our sales teams deliver the best proposition in the wholesale pharmacy industry. Responsible for day-to-day management of the team, a range of key suppliers and terms negotiations for UK Parallel Import products; whilst optimising net working capital and service levels. Managing inventory so that management KPIs are achieved, maintaining, and developing effective relationships with Suppliers, including supporting joint business plans. Must be Commercially aware Strong communicator Strong teamworking skills Good Negotiator with buying experience Use of Power BI dashboards Use of Parallel Trade Data Providers like MPA Search Understanding of UK Brand and Generics marketplace Clear understanding of the Retail Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Industry, preferably within a wholesale capacity. Understanding of the Parallel Trade and products within it. you will be Working cross functionally with all key stakeholders within Pharmaceuticals to ensure all financial targets are met. Manage and deliver UK Product Sourcing cost reduction and availability improvements through effective negotiation, contract design, relationship management and operations optimization. Continuously review products to ensure they remain market competitive and manage supplier renegotiation. Ensure accurate volume planning and forecasting to meet sales requirements across all UK customer channels. Managing and working as part of the UK Parallel Trade Sourcing team and closely with the EU Parallel Trade team, Commercial Team, the National Purchasing Manager will work to proactively expand the business, profitability market share and grow the product baskets.
Reporting to the Senior Director ideal candidate must be Educated to degree level or with a relevant health or social care professional registration. Postgraduate qualification desirable.The Hospital Site Director will have accountability for the financial and operational performance of the hospita Private Hospital sector This includes setting the standard by leading the Hospital Senior Management Team (SMT) and taking ownership for cost control, budgeting, and ensuring regulatory requirements are satisfied. The Hospital Site Director will also be the Registered Manager; responsible for the delivery of day-to-day services in line with legal requirements. Passionate about providing high quality care Strong organisational skills, ability to prioritise and multi-task. Ability to handle ambiguity within the organisation but continue to lead the team Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills essential. Detail oriented. . Passionate about continuous improvement with a demonstrated record of accomplishment in organisation change. The ability to deal with multiple issues simultaneously in a highly dynamic environment. Experience Extensive experience working at a senior level; preferably within a similar setting. Seasoned leader, with operational and financial planning experience. Experience of commercial accountability for cost control and financial performance. Experience of making informed decisions sometimes in difficult circumstances. Experience of leading a diverse team. Extensive managerial & leadership experience with a thorough understanding of developing services for healthcare. Strong record of accomplishment of innovation and making changes to the operation to further improve the work environment and site performance. Location Manchester Airport
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Reporting to the Senior Director ideal candidate must be Educated to degree level or with a relevant health or social care professional registration. Postgraduate qualification desirable.The Hospital Site Director will have accountability for the financial and operational performance of the hospita Private Hospital sector This includes setting the standard by leading the Hospital Senior Management Team (SMT) and taking ownership for cost control, budgeting, and ensuring regulatory requirements are satisfied. The Hospital Site Director will also be the Registered Manager; responsible for the delivery of day-to-day services in line with legal requirements. Passionate about providing high quality care Strong organisational skills, ability to prioritise and multi-task. Ability to handle ambiguity within the organisation but continue to lead the team Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills essential. Detail oriented. . Passionate about continuous improvement with a demonstrated record of accomplishment in organisation change. The ability to deal with multiple issues simultaneously in a highly dynamic environment. Experience Extensive experience working at a senior level; preferably within a similar setting. Seasoned leader, with operational and financial planning experience. Experience of commercial accountability for cost control and financial performance. Experience of making informed decisions sometimes in difficult circumstances. Experience of leading a diverse team. Extensive managerial & leadership experience with a thorough understanding of developing services for healthcare. Strong record of accomplishment of innovation and making changes to the operation to further improve the work environment and site performance. Location Manchester Airport
Head of Category reporting to the Managing Director will be responsible for the design and execution of the business plan and high-level management of supplier relationships. They will work across the commercial and operational teams to gain support to ensure growth strategies are being implemented and gross margin targets are being met, whilst reducing costs, mitigating risks, shortening lead times, reducing inventories, and improving availability. will be responsible for setting the sourcing strategy and leading the team to deliver exceptional results directly linked to the P&L. Experience working in a complex pharma wholesale/ environment with a clear understanding of markets, technology, and business drivers, along with understanding of stakeholder requirements. Adaptable approach with the ability to manage complexity and deal with fast moving issues in real time. Strategic thinking, who can recognize opportunities and risks or the business, and put into place the necessary actions to achieve successful results. Ability to professionally develop and coach with elevated levels of emotional intelligence. Be able to challenge others where necessary, in a constructive and professional manner. Vendor management experience, and experience leading teams is critical. Typically, a degree in a related business subject, or relevant experience. Experience of transforming teams and building organisations. Experience of being targeted directly and being accountable for the commercial objectives of a Business Unit/Business performance, and strong track record. Familiarity with regulatory requirements, and ability to work effectively ensuring compliance and minimising risk. In depth understanding of the Pharmaceutical Industry, preferably within Wholesale, and the technology and business drivers, whilst operationally and commercially focused must have 5 years experience in wholesale and Pharmaceutical industry .
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Head of Category reporting to the Managing Director will be responsible for the design and execution of the business plan and high-level management of supplier relationships. They will work across the commercial and operational teams to gain support to ensure growth strategies are being implemented and gross margin targets are being met, whilst reducing costs, mitigating risks, shortening lead times, reducing inventories, and improving availability. will be responsible for setting the sourcing strategy and leading the team to deliver exceptional results directly linked to the P&L. Experience working in a complex pharma wholesale/ environment with a clear understanding of markets, technology, and business drivers, along with understanding of stakeholder requirements. Adaptable approach with the ability to manage complexity and deal with fast moving issues in real time. Strategic thinking, who can recognize opportunities and risks or the business, and put into place the necessary actions to achieve successful results. Ability to professionally develop and coach with elevated levels of emotional intelligence. Be able to challenge others where necessary, in a constructive and professional manner. Vendor management experience, and experience leading teams is critical. Typically, a degree in a related business subject, or relevant experience. Experience of transforming teams and building organisations. Experience of being targeted directly and being accountable for the commercial objectives of a Business Unit/Business performance, and strong track record. Familiarity with regulatory requirements, and ability to work effectively ensuring compliance and minimising risk. In depth understanding of the Pharmaceutical Industry, preferably within Wholesale, and the technology and business drivers, whilst operationally and commercially focused must have 5 years experience in wholesale and Pharmaceutical industry .
