About this role
Job summary
If you're looking for a career in Supply Chain, Logistics & Transport that keeps you motivated, offers potential for personal development and puts you in a position to make a positive difference to the NHS in Wales, then NWSSP Supply Chain, Logistics & Transport has a career that will interest you. NWSSP is an established employer that supports the delivery of goods and services to NHS Wales. We aim to be an organisation that is thought of positively by people who work both for us and with us, whilst adhering to a clear set of values that underpin everything we do and aim to be an indispensable partner for our customers. We are an award winning employer, regularly being recognised both locally and nationally for the work that we do for NHS Wales.
The main base will be Bridgend Central Stores, Princess of Wales Hospital, Coity Road, Bridgend CF31 1UZ. The role is a Peripatetic and will cover Aneurin Bevan / Cardiff & Vale / Cwm Taf / Swansea Bay / Hywel Dda University Health Board sites, as and when required.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the jobPlease see attached Job Description for further details.To work under own initiative (without close supervision) but with the day-to-day support from the Materials Managers/Project Team and senior staff members, across Health Board sites.To communicate effectively to stakeholders, suppliers, various departments, and senior members of staff.
To provide support across all 'go-live' sites.
To manage and ensure adequate stock levels are maintained, within wards/departments and assist with reviewing par levels on a regular basis. To assist Stock Controllers with achieving rationalisation of stock by optimising stock levels and dealing with slow or non-moving stock.To ensure system generated cycle count tasks for checking stock quantities are monitored and actioned daily.To resolve queries with stock issues, including stock deficiency, damaged goods, and unclear orders, using own initiative and provide advice for corrective procedures to minimise the risk for future events.To utilise various computer systems that assist with the implementation of Scan for Safety.
About us
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.
Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.
Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/
NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge Essential
Demonstrate Literacy / numeracy
Desirable
Working Knowledge of systems and procedures
Experience Essential
Materials Management Experience
Desirable
Stock Control Systems
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership
Address Bridgend Central Stores
Princess of Wales Hospital, Coity Road
Bridgend
CF31 1UZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)