Stores & Materials Management Team Leader

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification relevant to the role and responsibilities.

Person specification

Essential criteria

• Educated to degree level in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Management or a related subject, or equivalent knowledge gained through significant operational experience in a stores, logistics or materials management environment
• Relevant professional qualification, such as NVQ Level 4/5, ILM Management qualification, CILT qualification, or equivalent experience.
• GCSE (or equivalent) in English & Maths at grade C
• Experience of managing stores/warehousing/retail or supply chain related environment
• Experience of implementing and monitoring operational policies, procedures and working practices.
• Experience of identifying and implementing service improvements within a stores, logistics, supply chain or materials management environment.
• Experience of managing Procurement and Supply Chain activities within public and / or health sector
• Experience of working across a multi-disciplined environment, successfully leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Advanced IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, with the ability to analyse, interrogate and interpret complex inventory, expenditure and performance data
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate a range of options and determine appropriate solutions to operational, staffing and supply chain challenges.
• Possess a positive attitude and be self-motivated.
• Strong motivational management skills that supports a care and growth culture through building trust and accountability.
• Ability to engage with key stakeholders and colleagues to develop effective working relationships.

Desirable criteria

• NVQ (or other relevant qualification) in team leading/management
• NVQ (or other relevant qualification) in either customer service, warehousing or stores/supply related activity
• Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes, policies and procedures.
• Experience of creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders.
• Specific NHS and public sector experience.

Disclosure & Barring Check Fee

Where your role requires a DBS check, the Trust will pay the fee upfront and reclaim the cost (including a £5 admin fee) from your first month's salary. Volunteers are exempt.

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Early closure notice

We may close this advert early if we receive enough applications-please apply without delay.

International Applicants & Sponsorship
Applications from candidates requiring UK sponsorship are welcome where the role is eligible for sponsorship under current UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) rules.

Please note that not all roles will meet the eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker sponsorship. Eligibility is determined by factors including occupation code, skill level and salary thresholds in line with UKVI guidance.

Most non-UK/Republic of Ireland nationals require a visa to work in the UK. Candidates are encouraged to review current visa requirements and eligibility before applying: