Hospital Supplies & Stock Controller

Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Cambridge is seeking a Band 3 Supply Chain Assistant to support the Estates and Facilities team. You will manage stock, process orders, and ensure timely delivery of consumables to wards, directly impacting patient care.

The role emphasizes stock control, collaboration with clinical staff and suppliers, and adherence to safety and infection control standards in a fast-paced NHS environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in stock control or supply chain processes, ideally within the NHS.
• Knowledge of procurement systems, manual handling, and a customer‑focused approach.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Put away stock and rotate supplies to maintain freshness.
• Reconcile delivery notes and identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Manage stock levels, process orders, and ensure timely delivery of consumables to wards and departments.
• Collaborate with clinical staff, suppliers and the procurement team to meet department needs and resolve supply issues swiftly.
• Ensure compliance with safety and infection control standards.

Skills

Stock control

Communication

Attention to detail

Prioritisation

Tools

procurement systems

Job description

Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Cambridge is seeking a Band 3 Supply Chain Assistant to support the Estates and Facilities team. You will manage stock, process orders, and ensure timely delivery of consumables to wards, directly impacting patient care.

The role emphasizes stock control, collaboration with clinical staff and suppliers, and adherence to safety and infection control standards in a fast-paced NHS environment.