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University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Logistics
    Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need good communication skills, IT experience, and strong numeracy. Physical fitness is essential; reliable and personable candidates with some logistics knowledge are preferred.
  • You will manage supply chain operations, including ordering, receiving, and distributing medical and non-medical consumables, maintaining stock levels, resolving issues, and liaising with suppliers.

Requirements

  • Applicants should be hardworking and motivated individuals with good written and verbal communication skills, IT experience, and a good standard of numeracy and literacy.
  • Physical fitness is critical, and while some knowledge of supply chain/logistics practices or experience in the NHS, healthcare, industry, or retail environments is beneficial, full training is provided.
  • You should be reliable, personable, and possess a strong work ethic.
  • The role combines physical and office-based activities.
  • Please note that immigration sponsorship is not available for this post.

Responsibilities

  • As a Supply Chain Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of an effective and professional supply chain service. This includes managing the supply of medical consumables, non-medical consumables (exclusions are capital purchases, Sterile Services products, and Pharmaceuticals) to user departments across all UCLH sites.
  • This description is inclusive of all functions defined within the internal supply chain and its associated areas including receiving, checking, receipt, distribution, ordering, store management, maintaining appropriate stock levels and assisting in department improvement and transformational activity.
  • Your role will also include investigating discrepancies, problem solving, contacting suppliers, conveying information to stakeholders in a timely manner and has an element of physical activity.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Supply Chain Officer at UCLH?

The primary responsibilities include managing the supply of medical and non-medical consumables, handling ordering, receiving, checking, distribution, store management, maintaining stock levels, and contributing to department improvement and transformational activities.

Is experience in the NHS or healthcare industry required for this position?

While some knowledge of supply chain/logistics practices or experience in the NHS, healthcare, industry, or retail environments is beneficial, it is not mandatory as full training is provided.

What physical activities are involved in the role of Supply Chain Officer?

The role involves a mix of walking, standing, pulling, pushing, bending, stretching, lifting, carrying, unpacking, and packing.

Is immigration sponsorship available for this position?

No, immigration sponsorship is not available for this post.

What qualifications are required to apply for the Supply Chain Officer position?

Applicants should be hardworking and motivated individuals with good written and verbal communication skills, IT experience, and a good standard of numeracy and literacy.

Can I contact someone for more information about the job?

Yes, you can contact Sharon Stark, Supplies Materials Supervisor, at sharon.stark@nhs.net for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

What commitment does UCLH have towards sustainability?

UCLH is committed to sustainability and has pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, with a target of net zero for direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

What types of consumables will I be managing as a Supply Chain Officer?

You will manage the supply of both medical and non-medical consumables, excluding capital purchases, Sterile Services products, and Pharmaceuticals.

What is the work environment like for this position?

The role combines physical activities with office-based tasks, requiring a balance of on-the-ground supply chain management and administrative duties.

What is UCLH's vision?

UCLH's vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research while serving a large and diverse population.

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University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

UCLH provides first-class acute and specialist services in six hospitals in central London.

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Mission & Purpose

University College London Hospitals (UCLH) NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and most renowned healthcare providers. The Trust delivers high-quality patient care across a range of specialties, including cancer, neurology, women’s health, and emergency services. UCLH is committed to clinical excellence, research, and education, aiming to improve health outcomes through innovative treatments and world-class facilities. Their mission is to provide exceptional care and to advance medical knowledge for the benefit of patients and the wider community.