NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Supply Chain Supervisor

The closing date is 12 June 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership based in Newport warehouse.

The successful applicant will work with the current Stores Management, Pharmacy and Transport & Logistics Teams to provide efficient support and oversight in the implementation of the flu program and any other related work streams.

To support the shift manager in overseeing the efficient running of the warehouse WMS, which involves goods in/out, stock cycles counts and supervising of staff.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership Procurement Services, SCLT. This will be to oversee the management of stock within Newport stores

The successful applicants will have previous experience working in a similar capacity, specifically Warehousing/Customer Service organisation.

An excellent understanding of Health & Safety is also essential for these roles.

The post holder will work closely with Stores Management, Pharmacy, and Transport & Logistics Teams to ensure that stock and orders are managed and processed effectively and in line with Organisational Operational Policies and Procedures.

Whilst providing supervisory cover for the team and undertaking operational responsibilities as required, the roles will cover but will not be limited to the additional tasks below:

  • Ensure sufficient stock levels are held within the Stores to meet the needs of the customer whilst reducing obsolescence and waste
  • The role will entail building up a sound knowledge of the monthly Stores Movement and Stock Adjustment reports to assist the Shift/Warehouse Manager to maintain correct stock levels
  • Physical stock takes of goods held in each Warehouse
  • Processing and quality checks of orders in readiness for distribution

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.

Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offeringa comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visithttps://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.

Details

Date posted

05 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

043-EA032-0625

Job locations

Newport -IP5

Celtic Way

Newport

NP10 8BE


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Have or working towards Warehousing and Distribution NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of experience
  • Working knowledge of Health and Safety

Desirable

  • Working knowledge of Quality systems and procedures

Experience

Essential

  • Previous Warehousing experience
  • Previous Customer Service expereience

Desirable

  • Previous Supervisory experience
  • Experience of operating mechanical handling equipment

Skills

Essential

  • IT Literate
  • Ability to work to deadlines
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Have or working towards Warehousing and Distribution NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of experience
  • Working knowledge of Health and Safety

Desirable

  • Working knowledge of Quality systems and procedures

Experience

Essential

  • Previous Warehousing experience
  • Previous Customer Service expereience

Desirable

  • Previous Supervisory experience
  • Experience of operating mechanical handling equipment

Skills

Essential

  • IT Literate
  • Ability to work to deadlines

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

Newport -IP5

Celtic Way

Newport

NP10 8BE


Employer's website

https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

Newport -IP5

Celtic Way

Newport

NP10 8BE


Employer's website

https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Assistant Regional Supply Chain Manager

Alex Jennings

alex.jennings@wales.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

05 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

043-EA032-0625

Job locations

Newport -IP5

Celtic Way

Newport

NP10 8BE


Supporting documents

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