Supplies Manager

Nuffield Health; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a skilled Materials Manager to oversee the supply chain team at their Leeds Hospital. This managerial role involves leading the team, ensuring procurement meets hospital standards, and managing inventory efficiently. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with experience in supply chain management. This position offers the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive environment committed to patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in a managerial role within a supply chain environment.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes.
• Ability to train and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Materials department team.
• Ensure procurement aligns with hospital and policy requirements.
• Manage inventory and implement cost efficiencies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Inventory management

Cost management

Job description

We are looking for a Materials Manager to join our Supply Chain team at Leeds Nuffield Hospital. As a leader within your team, you will serve as the key liaison between the Central supply chain and hospital leadership, ensuring effective communication both internally and across departments. You will also support the development of individuals and the team, enhancing their knowledge and skills.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

1. Leading, motivating, supervising, and training the Materials department team.
2. Ensuring the procurement of goods and services meets hospital requirements, aligned with Nuffield Health's policies and procedures.
3. Developing the department with accountability for cost management and the timely provision of management information.
4. Acting as the primary point of contact for Supply Chain at the site.
5. Achieving Supply Chain objectives such as target inventory levels and compliance.
6. Ensuring best practices in inventory management, including conducting and recording stock counts according to policy.
7. Implementing cost reductions and efficiency improvements.
8. Participating in business processes, projects, or initiatives impacting or impacted by the department.
9. Collaborating with other departments to discuss changes due to clinical or supply chain developments.
10. Expanding line management responsibilities to support hospital roles related to supply functions.

Nuffield Health is the UK's largest healthcare charity, dedicated to building a healthier nation through innovative healthcare and community programs. Our hospitals focus on quality and high standards of patient care, as evidenced by our recent 'Outstanding' CQC rating.

Our Leeds Hospital offers complex surgeries, diagnostic services, and physiotherapy, supported by a Level 3 critical care unit. We are committed to providing a supportive environment where your passion for patient care and teamwork can flourish. Join us to develop your career and make a difference.

If interested, please apply promptly as we review applications upon receipt and may close the vacancy early.