Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified candidate to join our team as a Supply Chain Area Manager based in our National Distribution Centre in Newport IP5.

The successful candidate will support the Regional Supply Chain Manager to help develop and implement services in relation to Warehousing.

The post holder will be responsible for the management of staff working within Newport IP5 Warehouse.

The role is an integral part of the wider NHS and reliant on good engagement and relationships with others is essential.

The post holder will be expected to work at any of the Health Board sites and to fulfil any job allocated, commensurate with the grade. You must have the ability to travel between sites.

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

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will have previous experience working in a similar capacity, specifically Warehousing, Management of staff and stock control. An excellent understanding of Health & Safety is also essential for this role.

The post holder will work closely with the wider management team to ensure that stock is managed effectively and in line with Organisational operational policies and procedures. The role will include but is not limited to the below:

Oversee the day-to-day running of the Newport Regional Warehouse.

Manage stock control processes, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

Lead, support, and develop warehouse staff, fostering a positive working environment and promoting a culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Monitor performance and identify opportunities for service improvements and innovation.

Build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners across the NHS network.

Ensure Health & Safety standards are maintained to the highest level.

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.

Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone.

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.