Storekeeper

Job responsibilities

• Receiving goods from suppliers/ carriers, which include manually unloading supply vehicles in all weather conditions, as required.
• Check goods received and deal with any discrepancies. Input the information onto the computerised stock management system or distribute non-stock receipts to end-users.
• Distribution of goods/ supplier.
• Receipt of goods/ supplies.
• Contribute to the maintenance of the ward top up system in order to support the day-to-day operation of the Trust assisting in the compilation of orders, for goods held in store with Ward/ Department staff to ensure that their stock levels are realistic and workable.
• Maintaining the data on the computerised stock management system and ensuring data is up to date and correct.
• Pick, pack and distribute ordered stores to wards/ departments promptly. This is undertaken on a regular daily basis and entails lifting and transporting by hand in cages and sometimes awkward loads, in all weather conditions throughout the shift.
• Deal with enquiries from wards/ departments and ensure that their problems are solved to their satisfaction where possible. Referring any unsolved problems to the Deputy Materials Manager as soon as practicable.
• Process ad hoc orders from ward staff in a speedy and efficient manner.
• In the situation of stock shortages, advise on alternative products and prioritise stock delivery to maintain ward services.
• Assist with stocktaking as required.
• Maintain the stores in a clean and tidy condition to provide a safe working environment adhering to all Health and safety procedures and promoting a Health and Safety culture within the department.
• Carry out any other reasonable requests from Management.
• Undertake occupational and vocational training as and when necessary.
• Attend safety training to be aware of the need for safety and security of the Stores, its stock and staff always.

For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached.

Qualification(s) and Professional Training

Essential

• GCSE Math and English GCSE Grade 4+ or equivalent, ideally with an NVQ level 2 or experience working in a store's environment

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• An ability to communicate effectively with Stakeholders and Suppliers
• Good numerical skills

Desirable

• Good communication skills, to influence and convey key messages to a select audience
• Good interpersonal skills; being an effective communicator and influencer, capable of selling the Materials Management function at operational levels, both internally externally
• To be able to train other team members as required

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Understanding of a warehouse environment

Desirable

• Knowledge of Inventory Management Systems and issues

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Shows and demonstrates initiative
• Adaptable
• Team Player
• Dependable, flexible, and trustworthy, applying an appropriate ethical approach in commercial dealings on behalf of the Trust

Desirable

• Flexible
• Well organised with the ability to prioritise work

Other

Essential

• An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
• Delivery of an efficient and customer focused Procurement service
• Professional appearance and conduct at all times

Desirable

• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of equality of opportunity and diversity
• Ability to work flexible hours and to travel across Trust sites if required

Trust Values

Essential

• Effective Open Communication
• Excellence and safety in all that we do
• Challenge but support
• Expect respect and dignity
• Local healthcare that inspires confidence

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).