Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to join SWBH to support the introduction of our new inventory management system and wider Scan4Safety programme. The role will support the project roll-out, system set up and management of stock within relevant areas, ordering and putting away stock as necessary along with project duties. Training to end users on the use of the system will also be included. Main duties of the job Supporting the roll-out of inventory management across the Trust, working with the Scan4Safety Systems Manager and wider Scan4Safety teams. Undertaking project tasks as part of the inventory management system deployment project. Supporting the set up of the system and ordering patterns for relevant areas. Stock taking of areas to create baseline for stock requirements across all three Trust sites. Ordering and putting away of stock as required. Training of end users on system use and associated customer service. About us Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWBT) is an integrated careorganisation with a budget of approximately £600 million and over 7,000 staff. Diversity and social care is at the core of what we do as the Trust provides Community and Acute Services to over half a million people in an urban centre that demands massive regeneration and has substantial premature mortality. Our new acute hospital, the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), opens this year and will provide care to our local population from first class, purpose-built premises. As a result, the base of this role may change to MMUH. If this is applicable to your role, you will be informed during the recruitment process and continue your application with this understanding. The development of the new hospital will play an important role in the regeneration of the wider area and in improving the lives of local people and reducing health inequalities. We have three strategic objectives: Our People - to cultivate and sustain happy, productive and engaged staff Our Patients - to be good or outstanding in everything we do Our Population - to work seamlessly with our partners to improve lives Date posted 09 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 18 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 381-CO-6880152 Job locations Midland Metropolitan University Hospital Grove Lane, Smethwick B66 2QT Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for details on the main duties and responsibilities. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for details on the main duties and responsibilities. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/NVQ3 IT information/ ECDL (European Computer Driving License or relevant experience with IMS / procurement systems. Experience Essential Can manage multiple projects simultaneously, can prioritise well and enjoys working on complex projects Understanding of inventory management systems Computer literate and detailed knowledge of basic computer packages e.g. Microsoft Office, Internet and Access based equipment scheduling and ordering systems. Project management experience Experience of project management activity Ability to produce reports from the IMS system Desirable Experience of working within the NHS and an understanding of current issues. Knowledge of additional procurement systems Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/NVQ3 IT information/ ECDL (European Computer Driving License or relevant experience with IMS / procurement systems. Experience Essential Can manage multiple projects simultaneously, can prioritise well and enjoys working on complex projects Understanding of inventory management systems Computer literate and detailed knowledge of basic computer packages e.g. Microsoft Office, Internet and Access based equipment scheduling and ordering systems. Project management experience Experience of project management activity Ability to produce reports from the IMS system Desirable Experience of working within the NHS and an understanding of current issues. Knowledge of additional procurement systems 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. Employer details Employer name Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust Address Midland Metropolitan University Hospital Grove Lane, Smethwick B66 2QT Employer's website https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)