We are looking for a new Logistics Assistant to join our Suffolk site. This will be worked as 40 hours over 5 days per week, including weekends on a rota basis.
Main duties of the job
In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that the service maintains the right level of both clinical and non-clinical stock by working closely with key members of the team. You will liaise with external suppliers to maintain good levels of stock as well as working with our central procurement team.
About us
Who are we?
Newmedica are one of the leading providers of NHS ophthalmology services in England, providing outpatients appointments, diagnostic testing and eye surgery. We aim to change lives through better sight and eye health.
We care for thousands of NHS and private patients a year in our specialist eye clinics across the country. We have significant growth plans over the next few years as we look to establish a national footprint and open many new sites across the UK.
We are thrilled to say that following an independently conducted survey of Newmedica colleagues, we have been certified as a Great Place to Work. This is a global benchmark that recognises employers who create an outstanding employee experience.
Job responsibilities
You will undertake a variety of tasks including placing orders, stock rotation and regular stock takes, ensuring that the service is cost-effective. Working within small teams, you will maintain and enhance processes to maximise quality and efficiency. We have a strong relationship with the local ICB and trust and this role will be pivotal in that ongoing relationship.
In addition, you will ensure that records are accurately maintained and that reusable stock is turned around in a timely manner. You will at times, support the wider administration of the business.
Person Specification
Experience
* Ability to work under pressure and provide high quality output to tight deadlines
* Enjoys working with a range of people and is able to tailor their approach to a diversity of service needs.
* Outstanding telephone manner with the ability to adapt approach to different situations.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Committed to delivery of consistently high standards of administration.
* Self-starter with the ability to work on own initiative, as well as working well within a team.
* Enjoys the routine and rhythm of a process driven environment.
* Comfortable making a significant contribution in a small team.
* Able to balance working independently with appropriate escalation.
* Committed to delivery of consistently high standards.
* Hold a full UK Driving Licence with Business Insurance on your vehicle.
* Flexibility to drive across two locations at short notice.
* Experience of Logistics/Stock Control in a healthcare services environment.
* An understanding of equipment and stock used in Ophthalmology.
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.
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