NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Assistant Supply Chain Manager

The closing date is 29 January 2026

Job summary

An Exciting position has arisen to work within NWSSP Supply Chain Logistics & Transport as an Assistant Regional Supply Chain Manager.

The job itself will involve working closely and Assisting the Supply Chain Area Manager and the Regional Supply Chain Manager to Manage & Oversee the functions at each of the 10 R&D (Receipt & Distribution) sites within South West Wales. This role will primarily be based in West Wales, Covering Swansea Bay, and Hywel Dda Healthboard areas, however there will be occasions where you will be required to travel to South Wales areas (Cardiff & Vale, Cwm Taf).

Each R&D site has it's own intricacies and variety in functions, however they all share the same core function of receiving and receipting goods from both our internal supply chain & External Couriers, to then distributing them up to the necessary hospital wards.

It is essential to be able to Travel across West Wales, as travelling across sites is a core part of the role.

The successful candidate will also be supporting the Area Manager to implement modernisation plans and introduce technology to streamline the R&D functions.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

Working closely with the Area & Regional Manager to feedback quality information & updates on issues at each of the designated sites.Working at all times to the NWSSP's Core Values which are: Listening & Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovation.Ensure Training & Mandatory compliance is up to dateEnsure KPI's are being metTo liaise with Key stakeholders to ensure a high quality service.Manage & develop the R&D Functions across various sitesTo Manage staff sickness effectively per the Managing Attendance at Work policyPrepared to Travel across all 10 of the R&D Sites (A vehicle will be provided, or expenses reimbursed).Actively Participate and Manage Meetings with Service providers, suppliers & stake holders.Develop relationships with customers & stakeholders.

About us

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.

Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offeringa comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visithttps://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.

Details

Date posted

16 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

043-AC004-0126

Job locations

Bridgend Stores, Princess of Wales Hospital

Coity Road, CF31 1UZ

Bridgend

CF31 1UZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • Able to travel across sites in a timely manner
  • Understanding of Training, Compliance, Audits and KPI's.

Desirable

  • Understanding of Supply Chain, Receipt & Distribution functions
  • Management of staff across sites

Desirable

Essential

  • IT Literate

Desirable

  • Experience in Using Oracle
Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • Able to travel across sites in a timely manner
  • Understanding of Training, Compliance, Audits and KPI's.

Desirable

  • Understanding of Supply Chain, Receipt & Distribution functions
  • Management of staff across sites

Desirable

Essential

  • IT Literate

Desirable

  • Experience in Using Oracle

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).

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.

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).

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

Bridgend Stores, Princess of Wales Hospital

Coity Road, CF31 1UZ

Bridgend

CF31 1UZ


Employer's website

https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

Bridgend Stores, Princess of Wales Hospital

Coity Road, CF31 1UZ

Bridgend

CF31 1UZ


Employer's website

https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Supply Chain Area Manager

Andy Roberts

Andrew.Roberts5@Wales.nhs.uk

07818416127

Details

Date posted

16 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

043-AC004-0126

Job locations

Bridgend Stores, Princess of Wales Hospital

Coity Road, CF31 1UZ

Bridgend

CF31 1UZ


Supporting documents

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