Inventory and Stores Control Officer

5 hours ago

Maidstone, United Kingdom KIMS Hospital Full time

**Inventory and Stores Control Officer**

**Contract**: Permanent
**Salary**: £24,000 - £26,000 (depending on experience)
**Hours**: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm or 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
**Location**: Maidstone

Are you ready to take your expertise in inventory and stores management to the next level? Join KIMS Hospital, Kent’s largest independent hospital, as an **Inventory and Stores Control Officer** and play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our Procurement and Supplies Department.

**About the Role**

In this dynamic position, you’ll be at the heart of our fast-paced department, coordinating Goods-In processes, managing stock efficiently, and supporting clinical and non-clinical areas. By ensuring the right products are available at the right time, you’ll directly contribute to the exceptional care we provide to our patients.

**What You’ll Do**

As part of our team, your responsibilities will include:

- Managing the receipting, accurate recording, and return of inbound and outbound goods, products, and medical implants.
- Supporting the Inventory and Stores Manager in reviewing stock usage and recommending stock levels for clinical areas.
- Overseeing high-value hospital stock located in stores, using electronic systems to manage inventory and generate picking lists.
- Ensuring proper stock rotation using the First In, First Out (FIFO) method to prevent wastage.
- Engaging with clinical staff to review stock usage and address any concerns regarding obsolete or redundant items.
- Running reports, expediting outstanding orders, and managing delivery/returns for loaned kits and other medical products.
- Learning and utilizing the hospital’s Purchase-to-Pay system for ordering and inventory management.

**What We’re Looking For**

We’d love to hear from you if you:

- Hold GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
- Have at least 2 years of experience in purchasing, stock, or stores management.
- Are confident using computers and learning new systems, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Can work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and prioritize workloads.

While not essential, experience within a healthcare environment or familiarity with GHX PowerGate, NEXUS, or PowerGate Web systems would be a bonus

**Why Work at KIMS Hospital?**

We’re committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace. As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy:

- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- Extra time off for your birthday
- Free annual flu vaccinations and eye tests.
- A welcoming and inclusive environment with free parking and a subsidized bistro.

**Join Our Team**

Posted 8th January 2025

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