Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Supply Chain Assistant

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Job summary

This post is only open for applications for individuals employed within the Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Care System

Organisations within scope are as follows:

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board

Southern Health Foundation Trust

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

University Hospital Southampton

Solent NHS Trust

South Central Ambulance Service

Isle of Wight NHS Trust

Hampshire Hospitals.

Hours: 20 Hours Per week ( Monday to Friday 8am - 12pm )

Main duties of the job

Provides internal supply chain services e.g. receipts, distribution and/or materials management using computerised receipts, storage and/or bar coded data capture systems.
Unpacks and checks delivered items against delivery/order information, takes corrective action, maintains audit records.
May hold and store ward/department stock records and replenish products in accordance with agreed procedures.
Liaises with internal personnel and external suppliers on supplies/stock management/rationalisation/delivery- related issues.

About us

NHS South of England Procurement Services (SOEPS) is hosted by Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust. We provide end-to-end procurement and supply chain services for Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust as well as other NHS Clients including Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board (ICB). The position is currently based in our procurement office in Portsmouth.

Date posted

14 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£12,594 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

REF1024G

Job locations

Southwick Hill Road

Cosham

PO6 3LY

Job description

Job responsibilities

We have an exciting opportunity available for a part-time Supply Chain Assistant working 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8am - 12pm to join NHS South of England Procurement Services at the Queen Alexandra Hospital and its forward thinking Supply Chain Team.

The Supply Chain Assistant is a key role and requires a professional, hard-working and motivated individual who is expected to have an understanding of end to end supply chain operations and the use of hand held bar code readers would be useful however not essential. Full training will be provided and you should have experience of working in a customer services environment.

To succeed in this post you must have excellent communication, interpersonal skills and time management skills, attention to detail and a working knowledge of computers for emails, stock maintenance systems and other requirements.

Applicants must be able to lift, carry, handle and transport goods across sites, be trustworthy and reliable and able to handle confidential items. Applicants will be required to undertake any further training required for the role.

This is an extremely busy and interesting department to work in and we are one of the most advanced supply chain departments within the NHS.You will meet a different challenge every day and the successful candidates will be an integral part of the team providing our customers a first class service for theadministration of their assets and overall application of its lifecycle. a track record of coordinating and organising stock.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Level 2 qualification/GCSE higher pass or above including maths and English or equivalent qualifications, or work experience that demonstrates comparable ability in a similar field.

Desirable

Clear literate handwriting and numeracy skills.

Experience

Desirable

Experience of working in a service industry

Additional criteria

Essential

Ability to work using own initiative and without supervision.
Clear literate handwriting and numeracy skills.
Good communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to work safely under pressure.
Ability to work flexibly and prioritise workload.
Health & Safety/security awareness.
Able to investigate problems logically.
Demonstrated ability to handle hazardous materials safely and according to local work instructions.
Proactive attitude to ongoing training and assessment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Level 2 qualification/GCSE higher pass or above including maths and English or equivalent qualifications, or work experience that demonstrates comparable ability in a similar field.

Desirable

Clear literate handwriting and numeracy skills.

Experience

Desirable

Experience of working in a service industry

Additional criteria

Essential

Ability to work using own initiative and without supervision.
Clear literate handwriting and numeracy skills.
Good communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to work safely under pressure.
Ability to work flexibly and prioritise workload.
Health & Safety/security awareness.
Able to investigate problems logically.
Demonstrated ability to handle hazardous materials safely and according to local work instructions.
Proactive attitude to ongoing training and assessment.

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.