Logistics & Supply Chain Manager
Job overview
The post holder is directly responsible to the Head of Service (Logistics and Supply Chain) and will be responsible for managing Logistics and Supply Business Improvement Initiatives and Projects in conjunction with the Head of Service.
The post holder will lead a team of logistics staff across One Lancashire & South Cumbria. Key responsibilities include validating business processes, providing operational procedures for training and development, develop efficiency opportunities from current processes, measure/monitor implemented savings and costs of deployment, share system enhancements and knowledge as well as good or new business practices whilst removing poor practice across the Trust.
The post holder will be expected to work at a strategic level with stakeholders across multiple NHS Trusts within One LSC.
Main duties of the job
This is a pivotal role within the Logistics and Supply Chain structure, with responsibility for the rollout of Scan 4 Safety across three main hospital sites, commencing at Westmorland General Hospital.
The role will:
- Support the Head of Service in the development and delivery of the Logistics and Supply Chain business services.
- Ensure all resources are primarily focussed on delivering efficient processes and systems including the forecast and delivery of savings targets, process improvements, service re-design, improved outcomes and operational productivity.
- Support the delivery of a logistics and supply chain service which meets the needs of customers and progressively achieves efficiency savings for the One LSC. To be achieved by working closely with partner Trusts to improve existing systems and providing demonstrable value for money improvements to Trusts.
- Map and analyse processes and identify ways to reduce waste, improve work flow, and otherwise increase efficiency/productivity.
- Responsible for the identification and articulation of agreed base line position, set quantifiable measures of improvement, particularly with reference to reducing cost and improving efficiency and demonstrate that these have been delivered.
- Responsible for documentation of processes, instructions, recommendations, and key metrics.
Working for our organisation
Why Choose OneLSC and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust:
- A vibrant, diverse, and inclusive healthcare community
- Cutting-edge facilities and technology
- Opportunities for continuous professional development
- A culture that values and recognizes your contributions
We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information regarding the opportunity, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Person specification
Education & Qualification
Essential criteria- Logistics professional qualification (Degree / Masters or equivalent) or substantial experience of working within a logistics and supply chain environment at a senior level.
- Continued professional development to improve and update specialist knowledge.
- Qualification or relevant experience in supply chain engineering or TQM experience
- Project Management qualification (eg) Prince 2 or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria- Relevant management experience in a Logistics and Supply Chain environment
- Extensive lean principle knowledge and a proven track record of using these to implement change improvements.
- Experience of Inventory Management systems, deployment, maintenance, management
- Proven track record of managing, developing and leading staff within a fast moving environment.
- Significant experience of working in senior role responsible for Business Improvement in a Supply Chain and Logistics environment
- Experience of working in other public and private sector organisations
Skills, Ability & Knowledge
Essential criteria- IT literate with well-developed system skills.
- Manage relationships to enable effective partnering with senior stakeholder internal customers and suppliers
- Evidence of leading a large team across multiple sites.
- Strong decision making and analytical skills with a focus on delivering and exceeding results.
- Strong decision making and analytical skills with a focus on delivering and exceeding results.
- Experience of leading or being involved in the implementation of change
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria- Commitment to continuous improvement of self; team, and wider One LCS Procurement & Supply Chain performance
- Ability and drive to use their initiative and work as part of a wider team
It is important you are made aware of the following as regards your application to East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
- Please note that the salary advertised is for full time hours. If this post is less than 37.5 hours per week, the salary will be pro-rata. For posts on Agenda for Change pay-scales, new entrants to the NHS will normally commence on the first pay point of the relevant band.
- This vacancy may close before the closing date if the recruiting manager deems sufficient applications have been received. Therefore it is advised to complete your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
- Please ensure you check the email account from which you apply regularly as we will use this to contact you regarding your application.
- Please note that shortlisting is completed anonymously with candidates being assessed against the essential criteria for the post. Therefore only applicants, who can clearly demonstrate how they meet our person specification criteria in their application, will be short-listed.
Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS)
If the role you are applying for is identified as either controlled or regulated activity as defined in in the Safeguarding vulnerable Groups Act (2006) any offer of employment is provisional upon a satisfactory DBS check being obtained.
The healthcare sector is exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
In line with other NHS organisations in the North West Region, the Trust is now passing the charge for undertaking a DBS check on to candidates in the event they are successfully appointed into the post for which they have applied. Candidates can choose whether to pay this over 1-3 months as a deduction from the monthly salary.However, if you are applying for a post as a BANK worker, the payment must be made in full at the time of employment checks. By applying for this vacancy you are agreeing to this undertaking in the event you are successfully appointed.
The cost of an Enhanced Disclosure will be £55.38 and for a Standard Disclosure will be £27.38.
This cost is not applicable for a Volunteer post
The Trust is an equal opportunities employer, committed to improving the working lives of our staff and operates a 'Zero Tolerance' policy to aggression, violence, bullying and harassment. In addition, our aim is to help protect children and vulnerable adults by providing a first-class service to the recruitment of people into positions of trust.
We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, gender, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability or social background.
We especially welcome applications from members of our black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities, as we have identified that ELHT has an under-representation of BAME employees. Appointments will be made on merit.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.
If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible. By telephone 01254 732075 or email [email protected] or write to Employment Services, Parkview Offices, Haslingden Road, Blackburn, BB2 3HH