Supply Chain Supervisor

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Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen within NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership based in Newport warehouse.

The successful applicant will work with the current Stores Management, Pharmacy and Transport & Logistics Teams to provide efficient support and oversight in the implementation of the flu program and any other related work streams.

To support the shift manager in overseeing the efficient running of the warehouse WMS, which involves goods in/out, stock cycles counts and supervising of staff.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership Procurement Services, SCLT. This will be to oversee the management of stock within Newport stores

The successful applicants will have previous experience working in a similar capacity, specifically Warehousing/Customer Service organisation.

An excellent understanding of Health & Safety is also essential for these roles.

The post holder will work closely with Stores Management, Pharmacy, and Transport & Logistics Teams to ensure that stock and orders are managed and processed effectively and in line with Organisational Operational Policies and Procedures.

Responsibilities
Whilst providing supervisory cover for the team and undertaking operational responsibilities as required, the roles will cover but will not be limited to the additional tasks below:

• Ensure sufficient stock levels are held within the Stores to meet the needs of the customer whilst reducing obsolescence and waste
• The role will entail building up a sound knowledge of the monthly Stores Movement and Stock Adjustment reports to assist the Shift/Warehouse Manager to maintain correct stock levels
• Physical stock takes of goods held in each Warehouse
• Processing and quality checks of orders in readiness for distribution

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.

Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.

Person specification

Qualifications
Essential criteria

• Have or working towards Warehousing and Distribution NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of experience
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety

Desirable criteria

• Working knowledge of Quality systems and procedures

Experience
Essential criteria

• Previous Warehousing experience
• Previous Customer Service experience

Desirable criteria

• Previous Supervisory experience
• Experience of operating mechanical handling equipment

Skills
Essential criteria

• IT Literate
• Ability to work to deadlines

Desirable criteria

• FLT Reach Truck License

We are committed to flexible working and equal opportunities.

If you are short listed for interview you will be contacted by email using the email address with which you registered. Please ensure that you check your email account regularly.

Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff awaiting redeployment. We therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.

When applying for this post it is essential that you read the Job Description and Person Specification (where available) and demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the person specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted.

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a
Health and Care visa
or
Skilled Worker visa
, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting
Work in the UK
. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Applicant requirements

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

• Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 608.5KB)
• Swydd ddisgrifiad Cymraeg (PDF, 600.5KB)
• Occupational Health Form (PDF, 1.2MB)
• NWSSP Recruitment Services Privacy Notice (PDF, 696.3KB)
• NWSSP - About Us (PDF, 6.6MB)
• NWSSP - Our Benefits 2023 (PDF, 487.5KB)
• NWSSP - Buddion (PDF, 491.0KB)
• PCGC -Amdanom (PDF, 6.7MB)
• Guidance Notes for Applicants Nov25 (PDF, 322.5KB)
• IMTP Summary PDF, 13.7MB)
• IMTP Summary Cymraeg (PDF, 13.7MB)

Further details / informal visits contact

Name Alex Jennings Job title Assistant Regional Supply Chain Manager Email address