Responsible for the inventory management of regularly used consumables within clinical areas ensuring stock levels are managed and maintained in an efficient and cost effective manner in line with agreed procedures and processes via the Inventory Management service. At times the work can be physically demanding.
You will be required to be flexible and work across sites as and when required.
The inventory management team are part of procurement which work across both sites. The inventory management teams are very welcoming, helpful and accommodating and are highly respected around both hospitals. Both hospitals work really well as a team ensuring that all the wards and departments receive a good service and have everything they need to run smoothly.
Main duties of the job
1. Take responsibility for the security of goods from the point of receipt (at Ward/Department level) and ensure stock is replenished in a timely manner and in its correct storage area.
2. Work unsupervised, using own initiative in clinical areas adhering to published and inferred standards, policies and procedures.
3. Implement and manage inventory at ward/department level, acting as a primary point of contact.
4. Review and resolve all discrepancies concerning stock by liaising with customers and external suppliers as appropriate. Advise on appropriate action for uplifts and return policies and implement as necessary.
5. Undertake regular ward stock takes in line with schedule, capture requirements using electronic automatic data capture equipment and input data as required on to computerized ordering system.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey.
We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff, we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.
Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
Looking for flexible working? We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.
Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:
* At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
* Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits.
* Blue Light card eligibility.
* And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below.
Job responsibilities
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All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent working experience.
* Working knowledge of medical consumables.
* Formal supply chain or inventory management experience.
* Working towards MCIPS or Chartered Institute of Transport & Logistics.
Experience/Knowledge
* Working knowledge of inventory management and replenishment systems.
* Warehouse, inventory management or stock replenishment experience.
* Materials Management within a hospital environment or similar setting.
Skills
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to analyse data, identifying trends and make evidence-based recommendations.
* Good organisational skills.
* Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
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.
£26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum pro rata.
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