Job summary To direct, supervise and support Supply Chain staff, as required and appropriate, in carrying out Supply Chain functions. To make full use of returned in date / redundant stock from all areas, liaising with all Clinical staff, to minimise the cost of waste, ensuring products are moved to clinical area's to be consumed To support the work of the Procurement savings plan through analysis of stock levels in all theatre storerooms, Mat Man and the warehouse to ensure levels support Patient Care. To work independently across the supply chain function, seeking senior support only when required Provide operational and analytical support to Supply Chain projects. Approve supply chain expenditure to support service improvement, inventory reduction and efficiency Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification. Main duties of the job Actively carry out role as part of the Supply Chain Management team. Ensure efficient & effective use of all supply chain resources. Accurate accounting of Returns including out of date and quarantine stock. Responsible for data integrity, analysis, recommendations, and provision to end user, and contracting team. Provide expert advice and guidance on the interpretation and effective use of data for quotation and contract requirements. Support inventory level reduction, Trust wide About us We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted. Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 216-AJ-A7025137 Job locations Derriford Hospital Derriford Road Plymouth PL6 8DH Job description Job responsibilities Utilise specialist technical skills with data analysis and statistical software packages; providing advance analytical support, interpretation and communicating complex analytical results to support supplier selection, financial outcomes and contract awards. Analysiss Trust product usage to allow informed decisions to be made on supplier selection, quantities required, levels of stock required per location and bulk buying opportunities to generate contracted savings outcomes Monitor supplier compliance for contracted delivery times, and product compliance. Produce data to support supplier contract review meetings. Manipulation of data to produce reports using Formula, pivot tables, charts & graphs to present information in the most appropriate form, to clinical colleagues to maximise space and stock levels To undertake trend analysis and forecasting. Work alongside the Head of Supply Chain to continually review current practice and implement improvements, managing internal operations and resources to enable the delivery of Supply Chain Strategy. Monitor and update SOPs as required to support service change / improvement To ensure any variation in data quality is brought to the attention of the Head of Supply Chain to agree the most appropriate response. Manage change throughout the supply chain process, promoting and implementing standardisation (GS1). Responsible for raising and approving orders within supply chain function budgets to support service improvement Responsible for approving Trust wide expenditure for all materially managed areas, including warehouse, wards and theatre stock locations. To liaise with Procurement Systems team on all Genesis and Oracle issues. Manage the removal of out of date, quarantine and obsolescent stock from all inventory areas. Job description Job responsibilities Utilise specialist technical skills with data analysis and statistical software packages; providing advance analytical support, interpretation and communicating complex analytical results to support supplier selection, financial outcomes and contract awards. Analysiss Trust product usage to allow informed decisions to be made on supplier selection, quantities required, levels of stock required per location and bulk buying opportunities to generate contracted savings outcomes Monitor supplier compliance for contracted delivery times, and product compliance. Produce data to support supplier contract review meetings. Manipulation of data to produce reports using Formula, pivot tables, charts & graphs to present information in the most appropriate form, to clinical colleagues to maximise space and stock levels To undertake trend analysis and forecasting. Work alongside the Head of Supply Chain to continually review current practice and implement improvements, managing internal operations and resources to enable the delivery of Supply Chain Strategy. Monitor and update SOPs as required to support service change / improvement To ensure any variation in data quality is brought to the attention of the Head of Supply Chain to agree the most appropriate response. Manage change throughout the supply chain process, promoting and implementing standardisation (GS1). Responsible for raising and approving orders within supply chain function budgets to support service improvement Responsible for approving Trust wide expenditure for all materially managed areas, including warehouse, wards and theatre stock locations. To liaise with Procurement Systems team on all Genesis and Oracle issues. Manage the removal of out of date, quarantine and obsolescent stock from all inventory areas. Person Specification Knowledge & Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of supervising a supply chain team, which includes deputising. Demonstrable ability to maintain and enhance effective working relationships at all levels Demonstrable ability to set and audit standards Proven knowledge of contract law, either though qualifications or experience Desirable Demonstrable customer Service experience Motivational / Flexible / Adaptable Qualifications Essential NVQ3 level Purchasing & Supply Chain (or equivalent demonstrable experience) Working towards Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Foundation (or demonstrable experience of) Qualification Desirable Risk Assessor Cossh Assessor Manual Handling First Aider Fire Warden Ability to travel between sites Person Specification Knowledge & Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of supervising a supply chain team, which includes deputising. Demonstrable ability to maintain and enhance effective working relationships at all levels Demonstrable ability to set and audit standards Proven knowledge of contract law, either though qualifications or experience Desirable Demonstrable customer Service experience Motivational / Flexible / Adaptable Qualifications Essential NVQ3 level Purchasing & Supply Chain (or equivalent demonstrable experience) Working towards Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Foundation (or demonstrable experience of) Qualification Desirable Risk Assessor Cossh Assessor Manual Handling First Aider Fire Warden Ability to travel between sites 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 University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Address Derriford Hospital Derriford Road Plymouth PL6 8DH Employer's website https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)