Head of Inventory Management and Information Systems

CDD Services (Synchronicity Care Ltd); Peterlee; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in Peterlee is looking for a Head of Inventory Management and Information Systems. This role involves leadership in inventory and procurement processes, driving improvements, and mentoring team members. The ideal candidate will have public sector experience and knowledge of e-procurement systems. The position offers a flexible hybrid working approach.

Benefits

Access to a pension scheme

Night Shift Working Allowances

Bank Holiday Working Allowances

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing and managing a complex inventory management environment.
• Experience in developing and managing eProcurement systems.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage inventory management and procurement processes.
• Drive improvements in developing and implementing procedures.
• Mentor team members to enhance their skills and performance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Data analysis

Project management

Change management

Relationship management

Resource management

Education

Appropriate degree level qualification

Higher level Management / Leadership Qualification

MCIPS certification

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Head of Inventory Management and Information Systems

The Procurement Department at SCL are looking to appoint a pivotal role of Head of Inventory Management and Information Systems.

The successful candidate will have ultimate responsibility for the day to day leadership of inventory management, purchasing and Information functions for Synchronicity Care Limited and County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust: The Trust Group.

Leading the strategic oversight and operational management of the inventory and stock control processes, source to pay and supply data systems across the Trust Group ensuring optimal stock levels of medical and non-medical supplies and consumables, with the overall leadership of procurement systems and information.

If you are a highly motivated individual who has the drive, enthusiasm and ability to work in a challenging and rewarding environment then we'd like to speak to you so we can explain more about this exciting opportunity and why it's a great time to join our team at Synchronicity Care Limited.

The role offers a flexible hybrid working approach.

For an informal chat please call or e-mail Julie Warnett, Associate Director of Procurement on 07342071151 or email [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

The candidate will ideally have demonstrable experience within public sector procurement, inventory and information systems environment (however not essential).

The candidate will act as an advocate to drive improvements in the development and implementation of procedures, policies and ways of working to achieve best practice and compliance.

Leading and mentoring team members across the inventory and information team, supporting individuals to develop their knowledge and skills to progress and improve performance will be a key element of the role.

The post holder will report directly to the Associate Director of Procurement (ADP) and will work closely with the senior management teams across the Trust Group and wider external stakeholders.

The post holder will drive information, electronic inventory and procurement forward in the Trust.

Provides strategic direction to the Inventory Management, Purchasing and Information Teams to ensure systems, processes and practices are maintained and in line with the vision, aims and objectives of the Procurement Strategy and wider stakeholders.

About us

SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services. The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT.

SCL offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from:

• Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
• Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
• Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)

Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please head to the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.

Person Specification

Experience

• Proven experience in developing and managing a complex inventory management environment including year end stock taking process.
• Proven experience in developing and managing eProcurement systems and business intelligence analytical tools.
• Demonstrable experience in driving business improvements in an inventory and procurement information systems environment.
• Proven experience in managing large, complex programmes that cut across a variety of stakeholders.
• Proven experience in developing commercial relationships that provide benefit (including financial) to the organisation.
• Change management.
• Relationship management.
• Resource management.
• Budget management.
• Project management.
• Data analysis.
• Staff development and mentoring.
• Proven experience of delivering year on year on strategic targets and objectives.

Special Requirements

• A positive, enthusiastic, supportive team leader and player.
• Ability to work from and travel between any SCL / Trust site/location.

Special Skills and Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of e-procurement and information systems and their application within public sector procurement or equivalent.
• Comprehensive knowledge of inventory management systems and working practices.
• Strong communication skills and persuasiveness in presenting, negotiating and resolving complex issues.
• Proficient in IT and Microsoft packages, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Leadership skills, including change management, coaching and mentoring.
• Awareness of public sector procurement and its application within the public sector.
• Comprehensive knowledge of project management and project forward planning underpinned by applied experience.
• Proven track record of stakeholder relationships.
• Must be pragmatic and structured.
• Working knowledge of NHS National Procurement Strategies and associated plans.

Qualifications

• Appropriate degree level qualification or equivalent experience and academic ability for the demands of the post.
• Higher level Management / Leadership Qualification (such as Honours Degree, Post Grad or Masters) or equivalent experience and academic ability for the demands of the post.
• MCIPS (Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply).
• Project Management Qualification (such as PRINCE2 practitioner) or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continued professional development.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such 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.

Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working