Job summary
37.5hrs (08.30 - 17.00hrs) Per Week
Brief Description of Post:
A unique and exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual who has the drive, enthusiasm and ability to work in a strategically challenging and rewarding environment.
The purpose of the role is to facilitate the ongoing rollout and development of SupplyX, an inventory management system currently being implemented within the trust and to administrate connected systems such as Nexus, Exchange and Oracle.
A candidate needs to be able to work as part of a team, be adaptable to shifting deadlines and responsibilities, able to influence and steer junior/senior members of trust within and outside the department.
Main duties of the job
The primary responsibility of the postholder will be the ongoing maintenance of SupplyX and all connected systems such as GHX Nexus, Exchange and Oracle. This will range from user set-up to system troubleshooting. The postholder will also be driving the further rollout of SupplyX with the support of the E-Procurement Officer and Senior Data and Systems manager.
The ideal candidate should enjoy working as part of a team, be motivated, keen to learn, able to influence, conduct strategic planning, have excellent inter-personnel skills and have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The candidate must be results orientated, have a keen eye for detail and able to identify further opportunities to support the department.
Closing date: 03.09.23 (this date may change dependent on the response)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The candidate must be results orientated, have a keen eye for detail and able to identify further opportunities to support the department.
Closing date: 03.09.23 (this date may change dependent on the response)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using computerised procurement systems such as SBS Oracle, GHX Nexus, GHX Exchange, NHS Supply Chain or similar
- Advanced understanding and experience of stock control and management processes
- Experience of dealing with products and services including ordering, receipting and material management
- Logistics experience within a NHS Trust
Desirable
- Experience of inventory management software
- Experience with standards such as GS1 and PEPPOL
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate at all levels
- Able to train colleagues to use software & understand process
- Ability to work autonomously without supervision
- Ability to plan and prioritise own workload
- Good keyboard skills, MS Word, Excel, Outlook
- Able to positively manage complex and sensitive situations and information
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Knowledge of stock management processes and systems
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Understanding of what the NHS Constitution means to you, and your responsibilities to the public, patients and colleagues.
- Working knowledge of the full purchasing pipeline
Desirable
- Ability to use Oracle, NHS Supply Chain or other NHS ordering systems
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 in Supply Chain Management, CIPS or A level standard*
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade A - C or 4 - 9)* or equivalent and good standard of general education.
Desirable
- Educated to degree level*
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using computerised procurement systems such as SBS Oracle, GHX Nexus, GHX Exchange, NHS Supply Chain or similar
- Advanced understanding and experience of stock control and management processes
- Experience of dealing with products and services including ordering, receipting and material management
- Logistics experience within a NHS Trust
Desirable
- Experience of inventory management software
- Experience with standards such as GS1 and PEPPOL
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate at all levels
- Able to train colleagues to use software & understand process
- Ability to work autonomously without supervision
- Ability to plan and prioritise own workload
- Good keyboard skills, MS Word, Excel, Outlook
- Able to positively manage complex and sensitive situations and information
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Knowledge of stock management processes and systems
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Understanding of what the NHS Constitution means to you, and your responsibilities to the public, patients and colleagues.
- Working knowledge of the full purchasing pipeline
Desirable
- Ability to use Oracle, NHS Supply Chain or other NHS ordering systems
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 in Supply Chain Management, CIPS or A level standard*
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade A - C or 4 - 9)* or equivalent and good standard of general education.
Desirable
- Educated to degree level*
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
