Job summary
The Receipt & Distribution Supervisor plays a key role in the effective operation of the Trust's central stores at Prestwich, ensuring the smooth receipt, control, and distribution of goods and stock across the organisation. This role supports both the Estates & Facilities and Procurement teams by delivering a high-quality, cost-effective service that meets operational needs.
Please note the Job Description is subject to approval
Please note - This role is not eligible for sponsorship unless you meet criteria by temporary exemption from current changes to immigration rules put in force on 22/07/2025. Separate provisions are applied to workers who have been sponsored and held continuously Skilled Worker visa since prior to 04/04/2024.
Main duties of the job
The postholder is responsible for supervising a team of distribution staff, managing rotas, conducting appraisals and supervisions, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure best value and product quality. Operating in a fast-paced environment, the role demands strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to health and safety compliance.
This position requires a proactive approach to stock control, logistics coordination, and continuous service improvement, contributing directly to the Trust's ability to maintain a safe, functional, and well-supported environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description :
Staff benefits:
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description :
Staff benefits:
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Working in customer related role
- Receipting goods in & goods out using systems
- Previous stores / warehouse experience
Desirable
- Supervisory Experience
- Worked in the NHS
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of health & safety
- Good understanding of COSHH & PUWER
- Basic computer skills
Desirable
- Training on MICAD or other recording systems
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work within a team and under own initiative.
- Physical ability to move larger/heavier items
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively
Desirable
- previous experience using equipment, such as pallets trucks etc..
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Working in customer related role
- Receipting goods in & goods out using systems
- Previous stores / warehouse experience
Desirable
- Supervisory Experience
- Worked in the NHS
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of health & safety
- Good understanding of COSHH & PUWER
- Basic computer skills
Desirable
- Training on MICAD or other recording systems
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work within a team and under own initiative.
- Physical ability to move larger/heavier items
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively
Desirable
- previous experience using equipment, such as pallets trucks etc..
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).
