Responsibilities
The Assistant Materials Management Manager will play a supporting and sometimes leading role in assisting the Head of Procurement through the effective management of materials inventory to make effective use of the Trusts finances.
The post will line‑manage the stores managers and their teams.
Assist in participation of CPEG meetings and events.
Cover the Materials Manager in her absence, including responding to CPEG queries.
Complete escalation forms, manage demand‑managed stock and allocate it around the whole trust based on usage for both sites.
Check stock levels of regularly used items, place replenishment orders, expedite orders and restock storerooms.
When required use discretion to place urgent orders for critical items of stock with a value of up to £5,000.
Financial re‑charging responsibilities.
Act as central contact for all wards and clinics regarding stock issues and complaints, serving as first point of contact.
Reporting & Performance Metrics
* Stock holding levels by Requisition Point.
* Supplier performance to agreed KPIS.
* Levels of excess slow‑moving and obsolete items.
* Usage quantity and value.
* Planned & Potential improvements.
Training & Development
The Assistant Materials Manager will support the development process and systems development to prepare regular reports on the services delivered and performance of the Department.
Assist with the co‑ordination of training for all staff within the R&D and Materials Management Team.
Promote professional standards and attitudes throughout the Trusts Finance and Procurement Directorate.
Develop constructive links with professional bodies to fulfil the professional Supply Chain Management development needs for the Trust.
Ensure the appropriate training of non‑Finance and Procurement Managers within the Trust in the requirements of Supply and Inventory Management as appropriate.
Modernisation Initiatives
Take part, and in some instances lead, on several NHS modernisation initiatives.
Additional Information
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
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