Job overview
The Trust is embarking on an exciting period of change as we implement Scan4Safety across a number of key wards and departments at the Trust, initially at Westmorland General Hospital. The implementation of Scan4Safety will re-shape the role of logistics and supply chain across the local health economy to ensure the service is fit for purpose, in line with best practice and can deliver value and customer satisfaction in a sustainable manner. The One Lancashire and South Cumbria Procurement Department is hosted by East Lancashire NHS Trust but staff are based across the region. The vision is to deliver an excellent procurement and logistics service, with the key focus on continuous improvement, and delivery of value for money to include savings, efficiencies and improvement of outcomes for patients. This post is based within University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust and reports to the Logistics & Supply Chain Manager.
Main duties of the job
This is a pivotal role within the Logistics and Supply Chain structure, which will provide support for the exciting rollout of Scan4Safety across three main hospital sites, commencing at Westmorland General Hospital.
The role will include:
· supporting the Logistics and Supply Chain Manager in providing an effective, efficient and professional internal supply chain service to all stakeholders.
· providing leadership and support to all NHS Supply Chain and Ingenica system users across the Trust and provide day to day management to the Corporate Operations Supply Chain Team.
· holding Super User rights to the Stock Management Systems, and provide training support services to the Supply Chain Operations Team
Working for our organisation
Why Choose OneLSC and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust:
* A vibrant, diverse, and inclusive healthcare community
* Cutting-edge facilities and technology
* Opportunities for continuous professional development
* A culture that values and recognizes your contributions
We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
Procurement & Supply Chain is part of One Lancashire and South Cumbria, hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The team provide services to:
* Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust,
* Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust,
* East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust,
* Atlas BFW Management Ltd (a wholly owned subsidiary of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals),
* University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust, - Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about One Lancashire and South Cumbria and the Trust via our website: https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* 5 GCSEs including English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above or equivalent qualification.
Desirable criteria
* CIPS/CILT or equivalent relevant experience
* Supervisory/management qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
* Purchasing and/or logistics / supply chain experience including team management at a Trust or large organisation with a varied portfolio
Desirable criteria
* Risk Management and Health & Safety awareness
* Experience of NHS Supply Chain stock control
Knowledge & Skills
Essential criteria
* Excellent IM&T Skills (Word/Excel/Powerpoint).
* Understanding of EU Procurement Law
* Significant team working (incl. leading) experience
* Strong purchasing and supply chain expertise
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Able to effectively influence and persuade people
Desirable criteria
* Experience of NHS
* Experience of government/public sector
* Knowledge of inventory/supply chain management systems
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
* Effective organisational, interpersonal and presentation skills
* Good motivator and a positive attitude towards change and development
* Ability to cope under pressure
* Ability to communicate at all levels
* Good organisational and administrative skills