Job summary
The post holder is directly responsible to the Head of Service (Logistics and Supply Chain) and will be responsible for managing Logistics and Supply Business Improvement Initiatives and Projects in conjunction with the Head of Service.
The post holder will lead a team of logistics staff across One Lancashire & South Cumbria. Key responsibilities include validating business processes, providing operational procedures for training and development, develop efficiency opportunities from current processes, measure/monitor implemented savings and costs of deployment, share system enhancements and knowledge as well as good or new business practices whilst removing poor practice across the Trust.
The post holder will be expected to work at a strategic level with stakeholders across multiple NHS Trusts within One LSC.
Main duties of the job
This is a pivotal role within the Logistics and Supply Chain structure, with responsibility for the rollout of Scan 4 Safety across three main hospital sites, commencing at Westmorland General Hospital.
The role will:
- Support the Head of Service in the development and delivery of the Logistics and Supply Chain business services.
- Ensure all resources are primarily focussed on delivering efficient processes and systems including the forecast and delivery of savings targets, process improvements, service re-design, improved outcomes and operational productivity.
- Support the delivery of a logistics and supply chain service which meets the needs of customers and progressively achieves efficiency savings for the One LSC. To be achieved by working closely with partner Trusts to improve existing systems and providing demonstrable value for money improvements to Trusts.
- Map and analyse processes and identify ways to reduce waste, improve work flow, and otherwise increase efficiency/productivity.
- Responsible for the identification and articulation of agreed base line position, set quantifiable measures of improvement, particularly with reference to reducing cost and improving efficiency and demonstrate that these have been delivered.
- Responsible for documentation of processes, instructions, recommendations, and key metrics.
About us
Why Choose OneLSC and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust:
- A vibrant, diverse, and inclusive healthcare community
- Cutting-edge facilities and technology
- Opportunities for continuous professional development
- A culture that values and recognizes your contributions
We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the opportunity, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the opportunity, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Education & Qualification
Essential
- Logistics professional qualification (Degree / Masters or equivalent) or substantial experience of working within a logistics and supply chain environment at a senior level.
- Continued professional development to improve and update specialist knowledge.
- Qualification or relevant experience in supply chain engineering or TQM experience
Desirable
- Project Management qualification (eg) Prince 2 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Relevant management experience in a Logistics and Supply Chain environment
- Extensive lean principle knowledge and a proven track record of using these to implement change improvements.
- Experience of Inventory Management systems, deployment, maintenance, management
- Proven track record of managing, developing and leading staff within a fast moving environment.
Desirable
- Significant experience of working in senior role responsible for Business Improvement in a Supply Chain and Logistics environment
- Experience of working in other public and private sector organisations
Skills, Ability & Knowledge
Essential
- IT literate with well-developed system skills.
- Manage relationships to enable effective partnering with senior stakeholder internal customers and suppliers
- Evidence of leading a large team across multiple sites.
- Strong decision making and analytical skills with a focus on delivering and exceeding results.
- Strong decision making and analytical skills with a focus on delivering and exceeding results.
Desirable
- Experience of leading or being involved in the implementation of change
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to continuous improvement of self; team, and wider One LCS Procurement & Supply Chain performance
- Ability and drive to use their initiative and work as part of a wider team
Person Specification
Education & Qualification
Essential
- Logistics professional qualification (Degree / Masters or equivalent) or substantial experience of working within a logistics and supply chain environment at a senior level.
- Continued professional development to improve and update specialist knowledge.
- Qualification or relevant experience in supply chain engineering or TQM experience
Desirable
- Project Management qualification (eg) Prince 2 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Relevant management experience in a Logistics and Supply Chain environment
- Extensive lean principle knowledge and a proven track record of using these to implement change improvements.
- Experience of Inventory Management systems, deployment, maintenance, management
- Proven track record of managing, developing and leading staff within a fast moving environment.
Desirable
- Significant experience of working in senior role responsible for Business Improvement in a Supply Chain and Logistics environment
- Experience of working in other public and private sector organisations
Skills, Ability & Knowledge
Essential
- IT literate with well-developed system skills.
- Manage relationships to enable effective partnering with senior stakeholder internal customers and suppliers
- Evidence of leading a large team across multiple sites.
- Strong decision making and analytical skills with a focus on delivering and exceeding results.
- Strong decision making and analytical skills with a focus on delivering and exceeding results.
Desirable
- Experience of leading or being involved in the implementation of change
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to continuous improvement of self; team, and wider One LCS Procurement & Supply Chain performance
- Ability and drive to use their initiative and work as part of a wider team
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).
