Logistics Officer

NHS; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a motivated individual for stock management. This role includes maintaining efficient replenishment processes and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Applicants must have stock management experience, be physically fit, and possess strong literacy and numeracy skills. The team values support and communication, aiming to enhance service delivery and provide a friendly workplace environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in stock management is essential.
• Must be physically fit and able to handle loads.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an efficient replenishment process for stock.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Stock Management Experience

Physically fit

Literate & Numerate

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for a motivated individual with excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills who is dedicated to working as part of our friendly team.

We take pride in nurturing a friendly and supportive environment in which to work while ensuring we deliver a high quality service.

You will need to ensure that all stocks are managed appropriately and cost effectively, meeting the needs of user departments and that all products are replenished in accordance with agreed processes, policies and procedures.

Ensure goods received in Receipts and Dispatch are distributed to user departments.

What you’ll do

Work collaboratively to maintain an efficient replenishment process and ensure cost-effective stock management.

Take ownership by using your initiative and working independently with minimal supervision.

Champion improvement by actively participating in continuous improvement activities to enhance the service we deliver across the group.

Support leadership by assisting the Head of Supply Chain and Site Logistics Lead in delivering scheduled work on time and to a high standard.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, love problem‑solving, and want to make a real impact, this is the role for you!

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well‑being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Person specification

Essential

• Stock Management Experience
• Physically fit and able to carry loads
• Literate & Numerate

Desirable

• Computer Literate

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.

Employer details

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Southend, Comet Way, Southend‑On‑Sea, SS2 6GE

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)