Job Description
Head of Logistics Operations, National Services Scotland.
A highly experienced senior logistics specialist is required to lead and manage logistics operations for the NHS in Scotland.
National Services Scotland (NSS) provides a diverse range of support functions for the NHS in Scotland.
NSS employs approximately 3,500 staff across 24 sites in Scotland, with associated revenue costs of over £520 million.
National Procurement (NP) operates across 4 sites in Scotland, providing procurement, logistics and supply chain solutions for the NHS and wider public sector.
NP operates as one of the five Procurement Centres of Expertise across the entire Public Sector in Scotland, providing commercial and technical guidance, advice and expertise to the Health and Social Care sector.
NP has been at the forefront of the NHS's response to the post-pandemic recovery, working closely with Health Boards, the Scottish Government, UK DHSC and other key agencies and strategic suppliers.
The successful candidate will direct, mentor and provide technical, commercial and managerial leadership, responsible for effective development, delivery and reporting of logistics operational strategies for this high-profile national service.
Key responsibilities include leading on logistics for the NHS, managing warehouses, ensuring service quality, delivering within budget, and maintaining and developing a health and safety culture.
The role requires an excellent communicator with the ability to lead and gain commitment to change across diverse stakeholders.
Ideally, the candidate will be educated to degree level with a postgraduate qualification and be a professionally accredited member of a relevant discipline.
The work pattern is Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week, with weekly travel required for senior management visibility across warehouses.
The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including pension scheme, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.