Supply Chain Area Manager

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified candidate to join our team as a Supply Chain Area Manager based in at our Stores in Denbigh.

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 the Supply Chain function.

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 Denbigh Regional Warehouse and wider Supply Chain function.

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. 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.

Details

Date posted

14 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,559 to £48,841 a year

per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

043-AC152-0826

Job locations

Denbigh Stores

Colomendy Industrial Estate

Denbigh

LL16 5TA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job 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

Job description

Job 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

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified to post graduate Diploma level or equivalent in Supply Chain and Logistics Management or demonstrable experience
• Specialist knowledge of SCL&T planning/scheduling
• Managing a busy and diverse department

Desirable

• Recognised Health & Safety Qualification or demonstrable experience

Experience

Essential

• A good understanding of all legislation relevant to the Warehouse & Supply Chain service
• Experience in managing issues within the NHS
• Detailed knowledge of Transport & Logistics

Desirable

• Knowledge of Health & Safety processes and requirements

Skills

Essential

• Logical approach to problem solving, able to identify appropriate route and make decisions within legislation, regulations & Trust procedures
• Good interpersonal skills, able to establish productive working relations with colleagues, main external contacts, and where necessary, with patients and public
• Ability to travel between sites

Desirable

• Flexible approach according to the needs of the department
• Methodical approach to administrative work

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified to post graduate Diploma level or equivalent in Supply Chain and Logistics Management or demonstrable experience
• Specialist knowledge of SCL&T planning/scheduling
• Managing a busy and diverse department

Desirable

• Recognised Health & Safety Qualification or demonstrable experience

Experience

Essential

• A good understanding of all legislation relevant to the Warehouse & Supply Chain service
• Experience in managing issues within the NHS
• Detailed knowledge of Transport & Logistics

Desirable

• Knowledge of Health & Safety processes and requirements

Skills

Essential

• Logical approach to problem solving, able to identify appropriate route and make decisions within legislation, regulations & Trust procedures
• Good interpersonal skills, able to establish productive working relations with colleagues, main external contacts, and where necessary, with patients and public
• Ability to travel between sites

Desirable

• Flexible approach according to the needs of the department
• Methodical approach to administrative work

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

Denbigh Stores

Colomendy Industrial Estate

Denbigh

LL16 5TA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Address

Denbigh Stores

Colomendy Industrial Estate

Denbigh

LL16 5TA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)