Logistics & Materials Management Specialist

Assistant Logistics & Materials Management Support Officer Band 3

Main area Supply Chain Grade Band 3 Contract As previous posts this is a permanent post Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job
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Site Bridgend Central Stores Town Bridgend Salary £26,300 - £27,890 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 28/05/2026 23:59

Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

If you’re looking for a career in Supply Chain, Logistics & Transport that keeps you motivated, offers potential for personal development and puts you in a position to make a positive difference to the NHS in Wales, then NWSSP Supply Chain, Logistics & Transport has a career that will interest you. NWSSP is an established employer that supports the delivery of goods and services to NHS Wales.

We aim to be an organisation that is thought of positively by people who work both for us and with us, whilst adhering to a clear set of values that underpin everything we do and aim to be an indispensable partner for our customers. We are an award winning employer, regularly being recognised both locally and nationally for the work that we do for NHS Wales.

The main base will be Bridgend Central Stores, Princess of Wales Hospital, Coity Road, Bridgend CF31 1UZ
. The role is a Peripatetic and will cover Aneurin Bevan / Cardiff & Vale / Cwm Taf / Swansea Bay / Hywel Dda University Health Board sites, as and when required.

• Work under own initiative (without close supervision) but with the day‑to‑day support from the Materials Managers/Project Team and senior staff members, across Health Board sites.
• Communicate effectively to stakeholders, suppliers, various departments, and senior members of staff.
• Provide support across all ‘go‑live’ sites.
• Manage and ensure adequate stock levels are maintained, within wards/departments and assist with reviewing par levels on a regular basis. Assist Stock Controllers with achieving rationalisation of stock by optimising stock levels and dealing with slow or non‑moving stock.
• Ensure system generated cycle count tasks for checking stock quantities are monitored and actioned daily.
• Resolve queries with stock issues, including stock deficiency, damaged goods, and unclear orders, using own initiative and provide advice for corrective procedures to minimise the risk for future events.
• Utilise various computer systems that assist with the implementation of Scan for Safety.

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. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

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.

• Demonstrate Literacy / numeracy
• Working Knowledge of systems and procedures

• Stock Control Systems

We are committed to flexible working and equal opportunities.

Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff awaiting redeployment. We therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.

When applying for this post it is essential that you read the Job Description and Person Specification (where available) and demonstrate how your skills, knowledge…