Materials Management Assistant

Part Time 18.5 hours, fixed term for 12 months
We are looking to recruit a proactive Materials Management Assistant to join the Theatre Department Materials Management team. This is an extremely busy position and therefore the Trust are looking for highly motivated, competent individuals with strong communication, organisation, and computer skills.
Key aspects to the role include:
+ To support the Materials and Equipment Manager and Team, with the procurement programme for the Theatre Department.
+ Provide an internal stock replenishment service using bar code scanning and data capture systems.
+ Ensure all designated stock is monitored and replenished to the agreed levels against the agreed delivery schedule.
+ Resolve any supplies issues.
Reporting to the Materials Manager, or deputy on a day-to-day basis, the successful candidate must possess some knowledge of stock inventory administration, together with excellent time management, problem solving and organisation skills, together with the ability to work to tight deadlines.
Experience or an understanding of procurement and stock systems and processes would be of benefit but not essential for this role., + Consistent with agreed stock levels ensure that those involved in patient care have available to them the necessary supplies whilst maintaining a minimum stock at the point of consumption.
+ Provide service to customers at regular frequencies ensuring that the volume of supplies is consistent with need using hand-held terminals.
+ To input requisitions using SBS oracle system in a timely manner.
+ Assist in the cover for colleagues in Materials Management during period of absence to ensure continuity of service
+ Assist in rationalisation and variety reduction exercises as required
+ Assist in recording information to demonstrate savings and efficiency of service and to assist in the review of stock levels.
+ Attend meetings, which have a relevance to service.
+ Assist in the formulation and issue of timetables to customers so that they are aware of input and delivery dates from NHS Supply Chain (Runcorn)., + Consistent with agreed stock levels ensure that those involved in patient care have available to them the necessary supplies whilst maintaining a minimum stock at the point of consumption.
+ Provide service to customers at regular frequencies ensuring that the volume of supplies is consistent with need using hand-held terminals.
+ To input requisitions using SBS oracle system in a timely manner.
+ Assist in the cover for colleagues in Materials Management during period of absence to ensure continuity of service
+ Assist in rationalisation and variety reduction exercises as required
+ Assist in recording information to demonstrate savings and efficiency of service and to assist in the review of stock levels.
+ Attend meetings, which have a relevance to service.
+ Assist in the formulation and issue of timetables to customers so that they are aware of input and delivery dates from NHS Supply Chain (Runcorn).
+ Advise customers of Bank Holiday arrangements following provision of information by NHS Supply Chain (Runcorn).
+ Process requisitions received from customers to NHS Supply Chain (Runcorn) ensuring appropriate authorisation and that requisition details are consistent with need.
+ Ensure that the appropriate "cycle" is selected for the transmission of requisition details to ensure that supplies are received by customers on the appropriate day.
+ File requisitions in an appropriate sequence to assist subsequent reference and in accordance with audit requirements.
+ To assist all specialities with the trust yearly audits.
+ In consultation with NHS Supply Chain and customers ensure that an adequate service is provided and to ensure in particular an appropriate response to urgent or emergency requirements.
+ Help customers with assistance and advice as necessary.
+ Responsible for the implementation of Trust policies which have a relevance to duties and in particular Health and Safety and Audit requirements.
+ To be responsible for any other relevant duties assigned by the Materials and Equipment Manager or their Deputy.
+ The post holder will be required to adopt a flexible approach towards any supplies activities undertaken.
+ Responsible for the implementation of Trust Policies which have relevance to duties and in particular Health and Safety.
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
+ All work should be undertaken in line with the CIPS code of ethics
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Ensure all relevant paperwork such as stock sheets, are kept up to date.
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Ensure your mandatory training and appraisals are up to date and opportunities for development are researched.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
+ Although there is no direct budget control the role involves managing stock levels and inventory to the most economical levels, this may mean meeting with Operational Leads in conjunction with Materials and Equipment Manager to review stock levels and help achieve CIP targets in accordance with trust policy.
Thank you for considering an application to work for Mersey West Lancashire NHS Trust. You are part of an exciting and forward-thinking NHS Trust who are one of the best places to work for in England.
Given sometimes we receive a high volume of applications to work for us, please be aware, that we may close a vacancy earlier than stated should a sufficient number of applications be received from which a shortlist can be confirmed. Therefore, you are advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
The Trust may contact you during the recruitment process for your feedback on your experience. We always aim for continuous improvement in our practice.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We actively cultivate a professional environment of fairness, equality, dignity, and respect for all individuals. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and value the unique skills, perspective and experience you bring. We are grounded in the belief that diversity enhances our collective strength, fostering innovation and excellence within our workforce. We welcome all applications irrespective of people's race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we commit to offering an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job (the essential criteria) listed in the personal specification. If you wish to apply under this Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please indicate this on the online application form.
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Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click here to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship.
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If this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Please note if applicable, applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment.
If you have not already done so, you are therefore encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service to which a small annual fee of £13 per year applies.
Flexible Working
We actively support flexible working patterns throughout MWL. Changes made to the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service Handbook mean that:
· All employees have the right to request flexible working from day one of employment.
· There is no limit on the number of requests they can make.
· Employees have the right to make requests, have them considered, regardless of the reason.
At Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, we will consider requests for flexible working. We would also encourage you to also discuss flexible working options at interview stage.
Working for Team MWL
Staff recognition is especially important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Employee of the month. Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services.
The Trust is a non-smoking across all our sites. Failure to follow this rule could lead to disciplinary action. For more information, see the Smoke Free NHS website
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Additional Information
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are We are KIND, We are OPEN, We are INCLUSIVE, which can be found here.
An applicant guide to help and support you with your application and what to expect during your recruitment journey can be accessed in the supporting documents.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team MWL very soon.

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Our services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
+ Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
+ Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
+ National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme