Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for one Band 5 Deputy Logistic Manager within the NCA Procurement Department.We are looking for self-motivated individuals with a good understanding of NHS procurement practices.You will have experience of working in a busy Receipt and Distribution Department with previous knowledge of Materials Management Systems.The role of the Deputy Logistics Manager requires the management of all relevant Receipt/Distribution/Logistics and Materials Management activities across the site; providing an efficient, safe and secure supply service whilst ensuring agreed service levels are maintained.The post holder will also be expected to deputise for the Head of Supply Chain and Inventory as and when required.Main duties of the jobManaging the Logistics Team at SRFT in all functions of Receipt/Distribution/Logistics and Materials Management.Maintain an effective line of communication with the NHSSC Regional Distribution Centre, providing end users with advice on product information and processes.The role of the Deputy Logistics Manager requires the individual to work with others but also autonomously at times. The post holder is expected to contribute to the sharing of best practice within the Procurement department, required to adopt a flexible attitude and develop skills to enable them to fulfil the responsibilities set out below.About usThe Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.Date posted19 February 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 5Salaryxc2xa329,970 to xc2xa336,483 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number236-NCA-AC076-25Job locationsSalford Royal HospitalStott LaneSalfordM6 8HDJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.ukPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• A good standard of general education incl. GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

Desirable

• Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) or Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (CILT), working towards or with a desire to work towards membership and/or equivalent experience in a supply chain/inventory/logistics role

Knowledge, Training & ExperienceEssential

• A broad knowledge of Procurement, Customer Care and Supply Chain Management
• Knowledge of order processing / catalogue systems
• Experience of NHS Supply Chain online system including the administrative duties such as requisition point creatio
• Line management experience including setting objectives and conducting appraisals

Desirable

• An awareness of 'NHS Terms and Conditions of Contract' and Standing Financial Instructions to ensure all requisitions / orders / contracts comply with organisational policies
• An awareness of all legislation, policy and guidance associated with competitive tendering, contract awards and compliance
• Knowledge of inventory management systems
• Experience working within a Procurement function in a large organisation
• Public sector Procurement experience

Skills & AbilitiesEssential

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate at all levels both internally within the organisation and externally outside of the organisation
• Sound analytical skills with a pragmatic approach to problem solving
• Ability to resolve queries from staff, customers, and suppliers.
• Ability to investigate complex queries and analyse detailed data to identify errors and discrepancies.
• Ability to analyse areas of work to identify areas which would benefit from improvement
• Self-motivated team player with the ability to motivate others, set high standards and develop a team.
• Ability to allocate and oversee blocks of work
• Planning, organisation and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, to strict deadlines in a professional and patient manner.
• Excellent IT Skills
• Able to analyse data/systems to produce management reports
• Ability to create and manipulate spread sheets and databases

Desirable

• Ability to demonstrate skills of persuasion and influencing
• Effective leadership skills

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• A good standard of general education incl. GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

Desirable

• Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) or Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (CILT), working towards or with a desire to work towards membership and/or equivalent experience in a supply chain/inventory/logistics role

Knowledge, Training & ExperienceEssential

• A broad knowledge of Procurement, Customer Care and Supply Chain Management
• Knowledge of order processing / catalogue systems
• Experience of NHS Supply Chain online system including the administrative duties such as requisition point creatio
• Line management experience including setting objectives and conducting appraisals

Desirable

• An awareness of 'NHS Terms and Conditions of Contract' and Standing Financial Instructions to ensure all requisitions / orders / contracts comply with organisational policies
• An awareness of all legislation, policy and guidance associated with competitive tendering, contract awards and compliance
• Knowledge of inventory management systems
• Experience working within a Procurement function in a large organisation
• Public sector Procurement experience

Skills & AbilitiesEssential

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate at all levels both internally within the organisation and externally outside of the organisation
• Sound analytical skills with a pragmatic approach to problem solving
• Ability to resolve queries from staff, customers, and suppliers.
• Ability to investigate complex queries and analyse detailed data to identify errors and discrepancies.
• Ability to analyse areas of work to identify areas which would benefit from improvement
• Self-motivated team player with the ability to motivate others, set high standards and develop a team.
• Ability to allocate and oversee blocks of work
• Planning, organisation and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, to strict deadlines in a professional and patient manner.
• Excellent IT Skills
• Able to analyse data/systems to produce management reports
• Ability to create and manipulate spread sheets and databases

Desirable

• Ability to demonstrate skills of persuasion and influencing
• Effective leadership skills

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