Logistics Operative

To be part of a team accountable for receiving and delivering goods to the Trust's internal customers.

The job requires an individual who can

Logistics Operatives will be the first line contact with users and will be an ambassador for the Procurement Department. The Post Holder will be responsible for other supply chain activities including goods receipting, distribution of goods and the return of goods.

1. To identify requirements, place orders, receive supplies and place them in the correct stock locations at ward/department level using bar code and IT systems as appropriate, where consumables top-up systems have been established

2. To identify and resolve variances in stock consumption patterns through review with internal users

3. To draw to the attention of the user any consistent miss-use of the storage areas which is leading to inefficiency

4. To provide any negative feedback on order status to users, and to provide suggested alternative options

5. To input stock requisitions to the Trust Oracle system & NHS Supply Chain system when required

6. To respond to customer enquiries in accordance with laid down procedures

7. To report all stock shortages to the Logistics & Supply Chain Manager and ensure follow-up

8. To carry out investigations with Procurement managers of areas/products that may be rationalised into the Materials Management supply chain

9. To review products held in ward store areas and supplied by a third party and identify whether they may be supplied by NHS Supply Chain

10. To process, maintain records and provide statistical and management information

11. To implement improved working procedures for establishing and maintaining total quality standards to agreed levels, as agreed with the Logistics & Supply Chain Manager

12. To use Information Technology effectively in delivering the foregoing tasks

13. To gain the trust and respect of the internal users through delivering a first class service

14. To receipt goods via the Purchase Order System at the point of delivery to the Trust

15. Provide a professional Goods-Inwards receiving service for the Trust. Deal effectively with delivery drivers to ensure that goods are clearly addressed with Trust order reference information, to be checked against ordering system

16. Exercise judgement over what is / is not acceptable in terms of (a) damaged packaging, (b) incomplete address information, and (c) wrong deliveries. Check questionable deliveries in the presence of delivery driver, and if information is unclear or goods are damaged, ensure these are taken away again.

17. Ensure received goods are stored correctly at goods-inwards store.

18. Maintain knowledge of the goods-inwards store, identifying items which have not progressed and initiating actions to resolve these.

19. Maintain a practical knowledge of the working patterns in the Trust to plan and organise delivery routes within broad areas of the Trust (e.g. North Block, South Block etc) to meet user requirements.

20. To manage goods returned procedure, through contacting users, Contract & Supplies Officers, suppliers and couriers.

21. To ensure that tote boxes and cages are clean.

22. To engage with all user departments within the Trust to ensure compliance to the standardisation and rationalisation programme within the Trust.

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

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