About this role
Job summary
The Facilities department within the Royal Marsden is looking for a Storekeeper Clerk to join the team.
The primary responsibility of the Storekeeper Clerk is to provide and support the Materials Management and internal receipting and distribution services.
The successful candidate must have the ability to remain calm under pressure and in emergency situations and demonstrate tact and diplomacy when dealing with patient and staff related issues.
Main duties of the job
1. Job Purpose1.1. The primary responsibility of the Storekeeper Clerk is to provide support to the Materials Management and internal receipting and distribution services.1.2. To assist the Stores Department in providing a responsive and accurate goods receipt and distribution service to the Trust.1.3. The Storekeeper Clerk will be an integral part of receipting goods and products in partnership with and on behalf of key stakeholders both internally and with partnering organisations.1.4. The post holder liaises with all levels of ward and departmental staff (and with specialist staff as required. eg. Infection Control), to ensure stock is managed efficiently with minimal disruption to supply, and that product standardisation policies are adhered to.1.5. To ensure that the services remain fit for purpose and organisationally focused at all times
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The receipt and inspection of goods received and the signing of relevant delivery documentation. Checking goods and booking-in using purchasing system for reference. Liaise with Purchasing Staff/Stores Manager with regard to goods received queries. Picking/packing and entering information of stock orders on Inventory system. Distribution of goods to correct point of use, obtaining proof of delivery from authorised staff where necessary. Accountable for stock rotation where necessary. Assisting with routine and random stock checks. Accountable for the cleanliness of Stores area. Accountable for the security/integrity of Stores area. To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post. Keep stock at optimum amounts by monitoring and, with the authorisation of a budget holder, adjusting levels where necessary. Reduce waste through effective stock rotation by positioning new stock behind old stock. Assist in delivery of print forms to ensure suitable stock levels are maintained and available to clinical departments at short notice Responsible for receiving deliveries, checking and receipting on the Trusts purchasing system and for timely distribution to point of delivery. Liaises with the Procurement Team, NHS Supply Chain (NHSSC) and suppliers with any queries relating to deliveries/returns, ensuring any discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner. Responsible for Stores areas being kept safe, secure, clean and tidy. Responsible for monitoring and recording of Stores environment and fridge/freezer temperatures, taking necessary action when temperatures fall outside normal ranges. Assisting in accurate regular stock checks, and an annual stock take being carried out. Embrace technology to work more efficiently and share information collaboratively. Provide support and procedural advice to 'customers ', if required. This may involve dealing with complex queries and helping in identifying products in the NHS Logistics Authority catalogues. Unload consumables from roll-cages and tote boxes, checking for accuracy, putting away in designated areas and removing roll-cages and containers from the ward/department to a less intrusive location to keep access clear. Keep ward/department storage areas tidy, ensuring products are in the correct location so they are easily found by clinical staff, and disposing of rubbish and empty boxes/containers.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications Essential
General standard of education Previous General Stores experience in NHS or similar environment. IT literate, good working knowledge of Excel essential. Manual handling. Will be required to undertake any relevant training consummate with the role.
Skills Abilities/knowledge Essential
IT literate, good working knowledge of Excel and databases Literate/numerate Can communicate effectively across all levels of staff Highly organised, able to plan and manage own workload Flexible in approach and able to adapt to events outside normal routine Self-motivated Problem solver Evidence of working well in a team A confident manner and ability to remain calm under continued pressure Evidence of effective interpersonal skills Ability to demonstrate self-motivation Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise Evidence of commitment to customer care initiatives Knowledge and understanding of quality issues
Experience Essential
Dealing with customers by phone and face to face in a polite and effective manner. Investigating and resolving complex queries Working within a team and to pressurized deadlines. Front line experience, working to pressurized deadlines Experience in inventory management systems Knowledge of electronic stock ordering/ eProcurement systems (D)
Other Requirements Essential
Flexibility to meet the needs of the service (e.g., shift work) Able to work on both sites and to be flexible to meet the needs of the role
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.
Employer details Employer name The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Royal Marsden - Sutton
Sutto
SM2 5PT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)