Band 2 - Supply Chain Distribution Officer, Procurement- Lister

NHS; England; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is looking for a Band 2 - Supply Chain Distribution Officer. The successful candidate will deliver goods to various departments and ensure safe unpacking of deliveries. The role offers full-time hours with training included. Candidates must possess basic IT skills and a general education background, with experience in customer service being beneficial. This position requires flexibility and a commitment to safe practices in handling goods. Only UK residents or those with the right to work in the UK should apply.

Qualifications

• General standard of education is required.
• Basic IT skills, including email proficiency.
• Customer-focused experience is necessary, with NHS experience as a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods to wards and departments on the day of receipt.
• Unpack trolleys and pallets safely and appropriately.
• Respond to enquiries efficiently and act as a liaison.

Skills

Email and basic IT skills

Customer-focused experience

Working knowledge of Oracle/Integra

Education

General standard of education

Maths and English GCSE

Job description

Job Summary

We are pleased to inform you of a vacancy for the position of Band 2 - Supply Chain Distribution Officer. The role involves the delivery of goods to wards and departments, aiming to complete deliveries on the day of receipt whenever possible. Post holder will be responsible for unpacking trolleys and pallets safely and at an appropriate location. Physical effort may be required and safe manual handling procedures must be followed. Occasionally, travel to other Trust sites may be necessary.

Location

Lister Hospital, Coreys Mill Lane, Stevenage, SG1 4AB.

Salary & Contract

£24,465 per annum. Permanent, full-time, flexible working pattern. Core hours 7.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver goods to wards and departments, wherever possible on day of receipt.
• Unpack trolleys/pallets safely and in a suitable location.
• Marshal goods into the goods receiving area, safely unloading pallets/roll cages/tote boxes from vehicles, and check and sign driver’s documentation as required.
• Ensure signature is obtained from the recipient (End‑User) upon delivery of non‑stock items.
• Respond to enquiries efficiently – act as liaison between wards, departments and the Supply Chain function.
• Maintain high service levels to all customers for receipt and distribution of goods.
• Follow Trust moving and handling policies and work safely with all equipment.
• Collect and return empty roll cages/tote boxes to the NHS Supply Chain Distribution Centre.
• Assist materials management team with ward replenishment when required.
• Ensure the maximum security of goods and the receiving store at all times.

Information for Applicants

Full training will be offered to the successful candidate.

We are not able to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

Only UK residents or those with the right to work in the UK should apply.

Person Specification

Essential

• General standard of education.
• Email and basic IT skills.
• Working knowledge of Oracle/Integra or willingness to learn.
• Experience working in a customer‑focused environment.
• Experience of working within the NHS and an understanding of current issues (desirable).
• Maths and English GCSE (desirable).

Desirable

• Experience in the NHS.
• Understanding of current NHS issues.

Other

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Disclosure and Barring Service checks will be required.

Applications from job seekers who require a skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

This advert may close early due to volume of applicants – please apply as soon as possible.