KEY DUTIES Consistent with agreed stock levels ensure that those involved in patient care have available to them the necessary supplies whilst maintaining a minimum stock at the point of consumption. Provide service to customers at regular frequencies ensuring that the volume of supplies is consistent with need using hand-held terminals. To input requisitions using SBS oracle system in a timely manner. Assist in the cover for colleagues in Materials Management during period of absence to ensure continuity of service Assist in rationalisation and variety reduction exercises as required Assist in recording information to demonstrate savings and efficiency of service and to assist in the review of stock levels. Attend meetings, which have a relevance to service. Assist in the formulation and issue of timetables to customers so that they are aware of input and delivery dates from NHS Supply Chain (Runcorn). Advise customers of Bank Holiday arrangements following provision of information by NHS Supply Chain (Runcorn). Process requisitions received from customers to NHS Supply Chain (Runcorn) ensuring appropriate authorisation and that requisition details are consistent with need. Ensure that the appropriate cycle is selected for the transmission of requisition details to ensure that supplies are received by customers on the appropriate day. File requisitions in an appropriate sequence to assist subsequent reference and in accordance with audit requirements. To assist all specialities with the trust yearly audits. In consultation with NHS Supply Chain and customers ensure that an adequate service is provided and to ensure in particular an appropriate response to urgent or emergency requirements. Help customers with assistance and advice as necessary. Responsible for the implementation of Trust policies which have a relevance to duties and in particular Health and Safety and Audit requirements. To be responsible for any other relevant duties assigned by the Materials and Equipment Manager or their Deputy. The post holder will be required to adopt a flexible approach towards any supplies activities undertaken. Responsible for the implementation of Trust Policies which have relevance to duties and in particular Health and Safety. CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES All work should be undertaken in line with the CIPS code of ethics ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure all relevant paperwork such as stock sheets, are kept up to date. TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure your mandatory training and appraisals are up to date and opportunities for development are researched. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Although there is no direct budget control the role involves managing stock levels and inventory to the most economical levels, this may mean meeting with Operational Leads in conjunction with Materials and Equipment Manager to review stock levels and help achieve CIP targets in accordance with trust policy.