Stores Manager

Spire Healthcare Group; Farnham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Spire for You wellbeing platform

Job summary

Spire Clare Park Hospital in Farnham is seeking a Stores Manager to lead the stores and supply chain operations across the hospital and satellite sites. The role focuses on efficient stock control, cost management and ensuring timely delivery of supplies to support exceptional patient care.

You will manage and develop the stores and supply chain team, oversee workload planning, training and appraisals, and work with Heads of Departments to achieve departmental objectives in a busy private

Qualifications

• Experience in stores, logistics, supply chain or inventory management.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong people management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of clinical and non-clinical supply chain operations.
• Oversee stock control, cost management and timely delivery of supplies.
• Manage and develop the stores and supply chain team, including performance and workload planning.
• Ensure departmental objectives are met in a busy private hospital setting.

Skills

Stock control

People management

Communication

Deadline management

Excel

Accounting basics

Stores / logistics experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Stores Manager | Private Hospital | Full Time | Farnham

Spire Clare Park Hospital, Farnham, is looking for a Stores Manager to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.

About Spire Clare Park Hospital
Rated 'Good' by the CQC, Spire Clare Park Hospital is a leading private hospital offering a wide range of elective surgical and diagnostic services. Our expert teams provide outstanding care across specialties including Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, Urology, Dermatology and ENT, supported by modern facilities and advanced technology.

The Role

As Stores Manager, you will lead the day-to-day management of both clinical and non-clinical supply chain operations across the hospital and its satellite sites. You'll play a key role in ensuring efficient stock management, cost control, operational effectiveness and the smooth delivery of supplies that support exceptional patient care.

You'll also manage and develop the stores and supply chain team, overseeing performance, workload planning, training, appraisals and the achievement of departmental objectives.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking a proactive and organised individual who can:

• Work with the stores team to ensure efficient stock control for all services
• Manage and prioritise multiple tasks effectively
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines
• Strong people management skills to ensure effective relationships with the Heads of Departments and the stores team
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Remain calm and effective in demanding situations
• Use Microsoft Excel confidently (intermediate level)
• Possess a basic understanding of accounting principles
• Have previous experience within stores, logistics, supply chain or inventory management

We offer a competitive reward package including:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to our Spire for You benefits and wellbeing platform

Why Join Spire Healthcare?

Spire Healthcare is one of the UK's leading independent healthcare providers, with a nationwide network of hospitals and clinics. We are committed to delivering excellent patient outcomes while supporting our colleagues through ongoing development, wellbeing initiatives and a positive workplace culture.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

Job Info

• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Crondall Lane, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 5XX, GB