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Job description

To supervise the Electronic Materials Managed (EMM) Supply Chain operation and the Receipt & Distribution (R&D) centre. Assist the R & D Manager in the daily operation of EMM within the Trust. Liaise with Trust staff, external Suppliers, Procurement staff and Logistics staff on a daily basis. Supervision and delegation of duties to Material Services Staff. Knowledge and use of IT Systems is essential. This includes electronic scanners, radio frequency and bar code technology.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the supervision of the Supply Chain for both stock and non -stock goods and equipment.
• Assist in the preparation of work schedules for Materials Services Staff to maximize efficiency in delivery of services to the Trust.
• To assist in the day to day management of the Receipt and Distribution centre.
• Use of Finance Procurement and Logistics system and associated hardware and software in the day to day operation of the EMM function.
• Maintenance of the general stores environment to a standard commensurate with Good working practice and legislative requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• GCSE Mathematics and English at Grade C or above or equivalent qualification AND 2 A’ Levels OR equivalent Qualification AND Eighteen months relevant experience supervising staff in a Procurement and Logistics environment
• OR Three years relevant experience supervising staff in a Procurement and Logistics environment.
• Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment.
• This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Organisation which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post.
• PC Literacy, including regular experience and use of commercial software packages such as Microsoft Office or equivalent.

Desirable Skills

• Full member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)/ Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or equivalent professional body.

Further Information

Location: BSO Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast. For full list of responsibilities, essential & desirable skills, please see Job Description/Personnel Specification on employer's website by following the Apply Direct button.