22 Oct
The London Clinic
City of London
Job description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Supply Chain & Operational Procurement Manager to join our Procurement team at The London Clinic, based at our main site in London (W1G 6BW).
We are offering a competitive inclusive salary range of £52,488 - £62,978 per annum.
Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities located in the heart of London's medical community around Harley Street.
We have circa 1350 employees, and we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care.
We cover a comprehensive range of services, including complex medical and surgical procedures plus a range of cancer services.
The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us deliver our three core values of "We go further", "We work as one" and "We personalise care."
Job Profile :
The Deputy Supply Chain & Operational Procurement Manager will report directly to the Supply Chain & Operational Procurement Manager.
They will maintain close working relationships with their leadership counterparts across the department, to provide a professional and pro-active supply chain & operational procurement service.
The post holder will have overall accountability for the Buyers & Systems & Catalogue Administrators and will deputise for the Supply Chain & Operational Procurement Manager as required.
- Job Type : Permanent, Full Time.
- Shift Pattern : 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday.
- Job Location : 20 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6 BW.
- Salary : £52,488 - £62,978 per annum.
- Benefits Package :
We offer a comprehensive package which includes a contribution pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%), Private Medical Healthcare, 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), season ticket travel loan, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers and services.
We also offer excellent career development, with clear career pathways and access to further education.
Key Duties :
- Provide a professional, customer focused Supply Chain & Operational Procurement service to all user departments.
- Responsible for the management of the Buyers and Systems & Catalogue Administrators and required to deputise for the Supply Chain & Operational Procurement Manager as required.
- Responsible for the development of supply chain solutions that best address the control and ordering of stock including inventory management.
- Support the implementation of the Inventory Management system to all identified areas of the London Clinic, including devising and implementing plans for rolling our IMS to areas that do not currently use the system.
- Working with the Supply Chain & Operational Procurement Manager to ensure an effective relationship between the Supply Chain team and the Operational Procurement Team so that the delivery of goods is carefully planned and received into the London Clinic.
- Responsible for ensuring that ongoing benchmarking of alternative products and alternative routes of supply are carried out.
Identifying products to be reviewed and evaluated by the relevant sourcing groups.
Skills & Experience :
- Experience in an inventory management of stock management systems role (or equivalent).
- Management experience in a procurement or supply chain role.
- Knowledge and experience of procurement procedures.
- In depth understanding of the principles of stock management, including; knowledge of calculating optimum reorder levels, and understanding of the complexities of stock flow including lead times.
- Has credibility with senior managers and clinicians, with the ability to communicate effectively
The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process.
Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.
The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.
▶️ Deputy Supply Chain & Operational Procurement Manager
🖊️ The London Clinic
📍 City of London