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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

About

The Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) is one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in the UK, with a national and international reputation for the excellence of its services and its role in teaching and research.

Find out more about the Trust on their web-site at www.ouh.nhs.uk

Watch how OUH goes about delivering compassionate excellence on the ouhnhs YouTube channel

Contact

Address: Oxford Univ Hosps NHS Foundation Trust; OUHC HR Department,; 3rd Floor Unipart House Business Centre; Garsington Road; Oxford; Oxfordshire; OX4 2PG
Contact Number: 01865 741186

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Ref: 321-CORP-8171768-B3 Vacancy ID: 8266600

JR - Supply chain operative

Accepting applications until: 15-Sep-2026 23:59

Vacancy status: Open

Accepting applications until: 15-Sep-2026 23:59

Location

Site: John Radcliffe Hospital
Address: Headley Way
Town: Oxford
Postcode: OX3 9DU
Major / Minor Region: Oxfordshire

Contract type & working pattern

Contract: Permanent: Monday to Friday
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 08 AM till 16:00PM)

Salary

Salary: £25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Grade: (NHS AfC: Band 3)

Specialty

Main area: Supply Chain Procurement

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes use Value Based Interviewing to identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Stock Control & Cycle Counting
- Conduct scheduled cycle counts across all clinical and non-clinical departments in line with agreed counting programmes.
- Investigate and reconcile stock discrepancies in collaboration with ward/department staff and Materials Management.
- Ensure stock levels are accurate within inventory management systems.
- Escalate significant variances or stock risks to the Supply Chain Supervisor.
- Assist in identifying obsolete, slow-moving, or excess stock.
2. Receipt & Distribution
- Receive, unload and check deliveries in accordance with Trust procedures.
- Accurately record goods received using manual and electronic systems.
- Investigate and report delivery discrepancies to the Supply Chain Supervisor.
- Distribute goods to wards and departments in a timely manner, including same-day delivery where required.
- Prepare and distribute goods to off-site locations and approved third parties where necessary.
- Maintain the Receipt & Distribution area as safe, clean and organised.
- Preparing and delivering goods to Wards and Departments and arranging distribution to other offsite Health bodies as well as on-site third parties, e.g. University Departments.
2. Stock Replenishment & Ward Support
- To work with Ward Sisters / Department Managers to agree on product ranges and stock levels held.
- Ensure storage areas are maintained in line with good stock control principles.
- Replenish ward and department stock using barcode scanning linked to the Inventory Management (IM) System or NHS Supply Chain systems
- Expedite urgent stock requirements when required.
- A responsive, professional and caring attitude to customers is essential
- Lead and facilitate regular Stock Reviews with Departments
3. Service Support & Continuous Improvement
- Support the Supply Chain Supervisor in maintaining agreed service levels.
- Actively seek to identify and report any cost savings and benefits by alternative means of purchase. Look for opportunities to add non-stock items to Inventory/Materials Management either through Stock or Non-Stock supply chains.
- Assist in extending and embedding Inventory/Materials Management processes across departments.
- Participate in stock reviews and user meetings where required.
- Support other Inventory/Materials Management areas to provide cover for the service for colleagues working in other areas as required.
- This role involves regular manual handling, including lifting and moving parcels, roll cages and stock items.
- The post holder will move between wards and departments as part of their daily duties.
- May be required to work occasional evenings or weekends to meet service needs.
- Must follow Trust policies, including equality and diversity, at all times.

Sexual Safety Charter: In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.

When using AI to help write your application, it is important to personalise it, especially your supporting statement. While AI can simplify the process, it will not fully understand the job's requirements and/or be able to showcase your skills, knowledge, and experience. Write your statement to show why you are interested in the role and how you would be a valued member of the team/OUH employee.

No unsolicited recruitment agency telephone calls or emails.

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.