NWSSP Legal & Risk Services
Stores & Distribution Manager
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Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.
Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Professional Clinical Services department for a Stores & Distribution Manager to join the Business Support team.
The post holder will manage the distribution and archive staff based in DuPont and all associated work streams. The successful candidate will have the ability to work on an agile basis.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
- Responsible for the management of Primary Care Services Stores and Distribution facilities and associated workstreams.
- Responsible for the management of paper and digital archive of both live and deceased medical records.
- Responsible for the provision of secure and non-secure stationery to both NHS and Non-NHS contractors throughout Wales and the associated financial recharge arrangements.
Working for our organisation
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.
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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 https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/
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.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
Person specification
Essential Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Degree or equivalent experience, plus Health and Safety qualification E.G. IOSH Managing safely, Plus Specialist knowledge within a Stores and Archive environment.
- Proven management experience.
Desirable criteria
- Extensive knowledge of NHS working arrangements.
- Sound working knowledge of NHS Regulations.
Essential Experience
Essential criteria
- Sound understanding of the Risk management and Health & safety framework
- Experience in Handling and managing Medical Records.
- Experience in using Stores & Distribution Information systems.
Desirable criteria
- Experience of procurement and tendering procedures.
- Experience in financial recharge arrangements.
Essential Skills
Essential criteria
- Developed written and oral skills.
- Advanced analytical skills.
- Good numeracy skills.
Desirable criteria
- Good negotiation skills.
We are committed to flexible working and equal opportunities.
If you are short listed for interview you will be contacted by email using the email address with which you registered. Please ensure that you check your email account regularly.
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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 and experience meet the requirements of the person specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted.
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
- [JDPS English (DOCX, 137.3KB)](JDPS English)
- [SDMP Cymraeg (DOCX, 136.4KB)](SDMP Cymraeg)
- [OH Form - IG Ffurflen (DOCX, 100.7KB)](OH Form - IG Ffurflen)
- [NWSSP Recruitment Services Privacy Notice (PDF, 404.2KB)](NWSSP Recruitment Services Privacy Notice)
- [NWSSP - About Us (PDF, 6.6MB)](NWSSP - About Us)
- [NWSSP - Our Benefits (PDF, 490.4KB)](NWSSP - Our Benefits)
- [NWSSP - Buddion (PDF, 458.9KB)](NWSSP - Buddion)
- [PCGC -Amdanom (PDF, 6.7MB)](PCGC -Amdanom)
- [Guidance Notes for Applicants (PDF, 322.5KB)](Guidance Notes for Applicants)
- [Integrated Medium Term Plan 2025-2028 (PDF, 15.1MB)](Integrated Medium Term Plan 2025-2028)
- [Integrated Medium Term Plan 2025-2028 - Cymraeg (PDF, 18.0MB)](Integrated Medium Term Plan 2025-2028 - Cymraeg)
Further details / informal visits contact
Name Ffion Thomas
Job title Business Support Manager
Email address Ffion.thomas10@wales.nhs.uk
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