Ward Inventory Clerk | Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust

Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in London is seeking a Materials Management professional to manage the ordering of clinical consumables and ensure efficient stock management. The role involves close collaboration with clinical teams, strong communication skills, and the ability to utilize digital inventory systems. The ideal candidate should have experience in NHS procurement and a commitment to delivering excellent support services. Join a team dedicated to making a difference in patient care and supporting staff wellbeing.

Benefits

24/7 access to wellbeing support

Rewards & Recognition platform

Dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub

Salary sacrifice schemes for transport and childcare

Qualifications

• Experience in NHS procurement methodology is preferred.
• Ability to manage clinical stock and inventory.
• Familiarity with Automated Data Capture systems.

Responsibilities

• Ordering materials and managing stock related to clinical consumables.
• Liaising with end-users and managing inventory.
• Conducting bi-annual stock takes and utilizing hand-held devices.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Understanding of procurement standards

Experience in an NHS environment

Education

Background in procurement or materials management

Tools

Digital inventory management system

Job description

The RNOH Materials management team is a dynamic and diverse team who supply the Trust with a first‑class service to ensure the right clinical equipment, for the right clinician and the right patient at the right time every time.

The key purpose of the role is to undertake the ordering of materials and stock and the work streams associated around this as well as assist and manage all aspects of the distribution service in relation to all clinically related consumables, including all aspects of PPE under the direction of the Supply chain & logistics Manager.

Good communication skills and the ability to work on your own initiative in delivering & promoting Materials management Trust‑wide are desirable. Having an understanding of general procurement standards as well as NHS supply chain and the EDC eProcurement systems are also desired skills for this role.

The post-holder will be expected to actively manage clinical and other stock associated with the functioning and effectiveness of a specialist NHS Hospital. This will also include managing and monitoring all PPE, clinical goods receipting, ordering and inventory management tasks as well as visiting the service user departments, undertaking meetings with end users concerning stock issues, undertaking of inventory stock ordering using Automatic Data Capture, hand‑held devices and other Materials Management systems, liaising with the relevant Trust Team/committees as well as external partners from NCL and NHS supply chain on a daily basis.

The Trust is looking for a person with excellent communication skills, the ability to inspire high levels of teamwork and maintain a good and safe environment for all staff, patients and visitors. As a key liaison between Procurement and the wider clinical teams, we are looking for a person who has the ability to be flexible, responsive whilst maintaining a professional demeanour at all times as this is key to the role.

Experience in an NHS environment would be advantageous as would experience in procurement methodology and practice and/or experience using a digital inventory management system.

At the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), we are committed to achieving the best staff experience in the NHS. In the 2023 NHS Staff Survey, we proudly:

• Scored above the national average for the People Promises: "We are recognised and rewarded," "We are always learning," "We work flexibly," "We are a team," and for staff engagement.
• Ranked #1 among all Trusts in North and Central London for all People Promises and themes.
• Ranked #1 among all Acute Specialist Trusts for "We work flexibly."

At RNOH, we’re committed to being actively anti‑discriminatory and actively inclusive. We recognise our brilliant people do brilliant work, and we offer rewarding careers, no matter what their background. We continue to strive to break down barriers to be the Trust where people come together because what they do matters, makes a difference and where they can thrive.

Joining our organisation means enjoying a wide range of staff benefits, including:

• 24/7 access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• A Rewards & Recognition platform, offering opportunities to thank colleagues, send gifts, and access exclusive discounts.
• A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub, providing a space to relax and recharge away from the work environment.
• Salary sacrifice schemes for transport (season ticket loans, car and bike), electrical goods, and childcare.

At RNOH, we are more than a workplace—we are committed to patients, to excellence and the wellbeing of our staff.

The post holder will be expected to be a key member of the Materials management team especially concerning clinical stock and placing weekly orders as part of the Materials management methodology as well as other duties such as bi‑annual stock takes, utilising an inventory management system digital solution, requisition point management, materials management, utilising hand‑held devices, constant communication with end users, working within the Trust standing financial instructions.

The post holder will need to demonstrate a good understanding of IT systems and preferably have a background in procurement or materials management, have the ability to communicate professionally with a wide variety of stakeholders including clinical staff and provide an efficient materials management service to the Trust & the Procurement team.

This advert closes on Tuesday 23 Dec 2025.