Scan4Safety Stock Management Assistant

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a proactive and organized Scan4Safety Stock Management Assistant to support clinical stock management in Manchester. The role involves receiving, storing, and issuing stock, and accurately managing stock levels using barcode scanning technology. Candidates should have strong customer service skills and be physically able to work long hours. This position offers flexible working schedules and competitive pay rates.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

24/7/365 support

Multi-locational work opportunity

Manage shifts online or via smartphone

Training and development opportunities

Build holiday allowance

Stakeholder pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in Customer Service and/or Retail is an advantage, Stock or Inventory Management experience highly desirable.
• Physically able to work long hours on your feet.
• Ability to quickly learn the role and work at pace.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store and issue clinical stock in line with Scan4Safety processes.
• Use barcode scanning systems to accurately record stock movements.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels, identifying shortages, overstocking, or expired items.
• Carry out regular stock checks and participate in stocktakes.

Skills

Customer Service

Stock Management

Communication

Organisation

Education

English and Maths (GCSE or above)

Job description

We are looking to recruit a proactive and organised Scan4Safety Stock Management Assistant to support the efficient management of clinical stock at Baguley House, Wythenshawe Hospital. This role is key to ensuring the right products are available at the right time to support safe, high-quality patient care. Working as part of the wider logistics and clinical support team, you will play an important role in the Scan4Safety programme by accurately managing stock using barcode scanning technology and supporting continuous improvement in stock control processes.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store and issue clinical stock in line with Scan4Safety processes.
• Use barcode scanning systems to accurately record stock movements.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels, identifying shortages, overstocking, or expired items.
• Carry out regular stock checks and participate in stocktakes.
• Ensure stock is stored safely, securely, and in accordance with infection prevention and health & safety standards.
• Liaise with clinical teams, procurement, and logistics colleagues to resolve stock-related queries.
• Support audits, data accuracy checks, and service improvement initiatives linked to Scan4Safety.
• Excellent customer service, organisation, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in Customer Service and/or Retail is an advantage; Stock or Inventory Management experience highly desirable but not essential.
• Physically able to work long hours on your feet.
• English and Maths qualifications desirable (GCSE or above).
• Ability to quickly learn the role and work at pace.

Schedule & Compensation

• Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00 (37.5 hours per week)
• Band 3 - £13.60/hr
• Choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay rates – work this week, get paid next week.
• Essential support when you need it – 24/7/365 days, call us anytime.
• Multi-locational – opportunity to work at various trusts.
• Manage your shifts and timesheets on the go – access your "My Bank" shift portal anywhere, anytime online or through your smartphone.
• Varied working options to suit your lifestyle – join once, get first choice on suitable new placements as soon as you finish your previous role.
• Training and development opportunities – keep up with the essentials and more.
• Build holiday allowance for every shift you work – your work life balance is important to us.
• Stakeholder pension scheme available – a flexible future for you and yours.