Lead Inventory and Stock Control Officer| KIMS Hospital Maidstone
Permanent | Competitive Salary
KIMS Hospital is the largest independent hospital in Kent, offering outstanding patient care and state-of-the-art facilities. We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Lead Inventory and Stock Control Officer to support the smooth management of Medical Consumables/ Implants alongside other non-clinical products plus devices within Theatres, Cath Labs and other key locations in the Hospital.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced stock control or inventory professional to take a lead role in ensuring the hospital maintains accurate stock levels, supports patient safety, and contributes to our Scan for Safety programme.
About the Role
Reporting to the Inventory and Stores Manager, you will lead and support the Inventory Control Officers in delivering an efficient and accurate stock management and replenishment service across all clinical and non-clinical areas of the hospital.
You will play a key role in maintaining the hospital’s perpetual inventory, implementing Scan for Safety, managing consignment stock, coordinating stock returns, and supporting continuous stock-taking processes.
Your work will directly contribute to:
1. Ensuring critical products are always available when needed
2. Minimising waste and reducing expired stock
3. Supporting patient safety through accurate product traceability
4. Maintaining robust stock data and reporting
Key Responsibilities
5. Manage stock replenishment using GHX PowerGate
6. Oversee consignment stock and supplier-managed inventory
7. Support implementation and expansion of Scan for Safety
8. Coordinate continuous stock takes and cycle counts
9. Monitor product expiry dates and arrange supplier replacements
10. Conduct stock reviews with budget holders and department leads
11. Process deliveries, returns, and loan kits
12. Maintain accurate stock records and system data
What We’re Looking ForEssential Skills and Experience
13. Strong numeracy and analytical skills
14. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
15. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
16. High attention to detail and accuracy
17. Strong work ethic and a proactive approach
18. Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
19. Commitment to teamwork and customer service
Desirable
20. 2+ years’ experience in inventory, stores, or stock control
21. Experience with GHX PowerGate
22. Experience within healthcare, procurement, or finance
23. GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)
KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits:
24. Free staff parking
25. Pension scheme
26. Subsidised Staff Bistro
27. Up to 40% discount on some KIMS services
28. Employee Assistance Platform
29. Retail discounts and cashback
30. Discounted gym membership
31. Annual flu vaccination
32. Free eye test
At KIMS Hospital, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.