Inventory Management System (IMS) Officer

You will join a

supportive and developing Inventory and Logistics Team that is focused on

delivering innovation, continuous improvement and best practice across

inventory management and supply chain services. This role offers a unique

opportunity to combine operational leadership, systems expertise, stakeholder

engagement and service improvement within a fast-paced healthcare environment.

We are looking

for a highly organised individual with experience of inventory management,

procurement systems, reporting or supply chain processes. The successful

candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail and

the ability to interpret data and translate it into meaningful information that

supports service improvement and decision-making. Experience of training and

supporting users, leading projects and building effective stakeholder

relationships is essential.

You will need

excellent communication skills, strong IT capability and experience using

reporting tools and systems. Knowledge of inventory management systems,

procurement processes or NHS supply chain operations would be advantageous.

In return, you

will have the opportunity to develop specialist expertise in inventory

management, digital supply chain systems and Scan4Safety programmes, working

alongside experienced procurement and logistics professionals.

We are

committed to supporting professional development and continuous learning.

Travel between Trust sites will be required.

Please see Job Description attached for full details

To lead the operational management, development, and optimisation of Choice and the

Trusts Inventory Management System (IMS), ensuring accurate data effective digital stock

control processes, and the consistent application of Scan4Safety principles. The post holder

is responsible for delivering training and support to clinical and nonclinical system users,

promoting best practice and ensuring that IMS workflows are understood and followed

across all areas. The role also provides leadership and technical guidance to the inventory

teams working in theatres, ensuring high standards of stock accuracy, system compliance,

and service delivery. By overseeing system performance, supporting configuration changes,

and driving process improvements, the post holder plays a key role in ensuring the

availability of essential clinical supplies, reducing waste, and supporting safe, efficient, and

digitally enabled supply chain operations across Choice and the Trust.

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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). We provide a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement and pharmacists.

Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.

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