Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Central Stores Team at RSH as a Materials Technician. The post holder will be an integral member of the logistics team, providing materials support to SaTH Wards, Departments, regional GPs and Healthcare Services. They will be expected to have a good standard of numeracy and literacy skills as they will be required to use warehouse management systems and applications such as Microsoft Excel and Word.
The post holder will routinely be required to engage and communicate, both electronically and verbally, in a professional and diplomatic manner with a wide range of people, including Trust staff and suppliers. They must be comfortable working as part of a team whilst being physically robust and flexible in approach and able to effectively work independently in this busy store's environment.
Main duties of the job
Process Ward / Depts' requisitions from within Stores stock or by placing demands on the NHS Supply Chain and process credits for any return of stock. Check receipts for damage and accuracy to paperwork ensuring any discrepancies are recorded. Respond effectively to customer queries regarding stock availability, product details, supply chain difficulties etc.
Deliver products and equipment to Wards & Depts within SaTH; select, collate, pack and send Orders to the wider Healthcare community. Undertake periodic formal review and report on stock levels within Wards and Depts. Maintain accurate records, filing and reports. Provide advice on storage and stocking levels for products and data as required to Stores Management.
Prepare, check and pack goods for internal or onwards distribution. Communicate effectively on a routine basis with other Trust colleagues in relation to Trust's requirement for goods. Identify areas of potential improvements in the delivery of the job and inform management of any Health and Safety concerns immediately.
About us
The Main Stores Team consists of dedicated staff committed to providing the optimal service and support to patients, colleagues, and the Trust. They stay motivated with an internal culture of camaraderie, inclusivity, and a drive for improvements to service delivery. The Team is fully supportive of the Trust's vision for the future putting patients at the heart of everything we do, underpinned by its principles and values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified to NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) or CIPS Foundation (or equivalent).
- Manual Handling training (with appropriate certification)
Desirable
- Proven experience of stock control/materials management systems within NHS.
Attainments
Essential
- Proven stock control/material management experience.
- Experience in handling & moving heavy roll - cages & packages.
Desirable
- Experience of stock control /materials management systems within NHS.
General knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of materials management processes & procedures and use of data capture and ordering systems
Special Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to analyse data, make decisions and own & resolve problems
- Good keyboard skills - ability to produce Excel spreadsheets, Word documents using Microsoft Software
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified to NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) or CIPS Foundation (or equivalent).
- Manual Handling training (with appropriate certification)
Desirable
- Proven experience of stock control/materials management systems within NHS.
Attainments
Essential
- Proven stock control/material management experience.
- Experience in handling & moving heavy roll - cages & packages.
Desirable
- Experience of stock control /materials management systems within NHS.
General knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of materials management processes & procedures and use of data capture and ordering systems
Special Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to analyse data, make decisions and own & resolve problems
- Good keyboard skills - ability to produce Excel spreadsheets, Word documents using Microsoft Software
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
