The Avicenna group believes in a better pharmacy, and aspires towards this through operations across two core areas; the Avicenna Support Group & Avicenna Retail Pharmacy. 

The Avicenna Support Group began in 1994, when a group of likeminded pharmacy professionals came together to maximise their profits by securing better deals through collective buying. Nearly 30 years later, and Avicenna provides leading support across buying, regulations, operations, NHS & private services and training to a community of over 1250 members. By empowering these members to run their pharmacies at their best, Avicenna is not just enabling the pharmacy of today - but is contributing to the better pharmacy of tomorrow. 

The second area of Avicenna’s operations is in Retail Pharmacy, where we are investing in an estate of retail pharmacies across the UK. This is part of our commitment to growing value for our shareholders, and developing the expert knowledge that can benefit our members. So far we have established an estate of over 135 pharmacies across the UK, and continue to seek out new opportunities. 

Collectively, we are the UK’s largest independent pharmacy support group.

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Pharmaceutical

Retail

Avicenna Buying Group

Avicenna Buying Group's headquarters in Selsdon, United Kingdom

Brij Valla

Mark Shepherd

Claire Lawry

Tina Harrington

Rajesh Kumar

The Pharmacy Team at Avicenna Buying Group is dedicated to enhancing the operations and performance of both the Avicenna Support Group and Avicenna Retail Pharmacy. This team provides expert support across various roles, ensuring the seamless delivery of pharmaceutical services, compliance with regulations, and the implementation of best practices. By optimizing pharmacy operations and contributing to the collective buying power, the Pharmacy Team plays a critical role in empowering over 1250 member pharmacies and enhancing the retail estate of more than 135 pharmacies across the UK.

Pharmacy Team

The Sales and Commercial Team at Avicenna Buying Group focuses on securing advantageous deals and purchasing arrangements for the group, while also driving sales initiatives. They work closely with suppliers and manufacturers to negotiate competitive prices, manage commercial relationships, and ensure efficient purchasing processes. Their efforts directly support the financial health and operational success of the nearly 1,250 member pharmacies and over 135 retail pharmacies within the Avicenna network.

Sales and Commercial Team

The Finance Team at Avicenna Buying Group oversees financial planning, analysis, and strategy to ensure the group's fiscal health and growth. They manage budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, providing critical insights to support decision-making across both the Support Group and Retail Pharmacy operations. This team also ensures compliance with financial regulations and optimizes financial performance to maximize value for shareholders and members.

Finance Team

The Human Resources Team at Avicenna Buying Group is responsible for recruiting, developing, and supporting the organization's employees. They ensure a productive work environment through talent management, employee relations, and adherence to employment laws and regulations. This team plays a crucial role in fostering a culture that aligns with Avicenna's mission of enabling and empowering its pharmacy members.

Avicenna Buying Group

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Teams

Pharmacy Team

Sales and Commercial Team

Finance Team

Human Resources Team

Offices

Avicenna Buying Group

Org chart

Teams

Pharmacy Team

Sales and Commercial Team

Finance Team

Human Resources Team

Offices

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