Centralised Dispensing Production Manager
Runcorn
40 hours per week
Flexible working pattern supporting a 16-hour operational window across two shifts
Competitive salary and bonus package
We’re looking for a Centralised Dispensing Production Manager to come join us, based at Runcorn. In this role you will lead the safe, efficient and cost-effective delivery of centralised dispensing operations, driving operational excellence, continuous improvement and outstanding service for retail pharmacy customers.
The heart of the role
- Lead and develop Centralised Dispensing Site Operations Managers, ensuring delivery of service, quality, people and financial objectives.
- Own operational strategy, budgets and performance objectives across the Centralised Dispensing estate.
- Drive the Continuous Improvement strategy, embedding Lean, Kaizen, problem-solving and visual management techniques throughout the operation.
- Maintain the highest standards of patient safety, quality, governance and regulatory compliance across all sites.
- Work collaboratively with Retail Operations, Commercial, Supply Chain and Pharmacy teams to improve service levels, quality and customer outcomes.
What makes you tick
- Significant operational leadership experience within a production, logistics, healthcare or manufacturing environment.
- Proven track record of delivering measurable operational performance improvements.
- Strong knowledge of Lean methodologies and Continuous Improvement practices.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- A commitment to patient safety, quality standards and operational compliance.
- Pharmacy, healthcare or other regulated industry experience is desirable.
- Lean Practitioner, Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent qualification would be advantageous.
Our benefits
- 25 days (pro rata) paid annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with length of service
- Medicash - a health cash program to assist with day-to-day healthcare costs, such as eyecare or prescriptions
- iTrent Financial Wellbeing - a financial wellbeing application which allows for flexible control of your finances
- Access to High Street discounts
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Accredited Training Programmes available (Education paid for by the company via the Apprenticeship Scheme)
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received
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