Receipt & Distribution Operative
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Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Receipt & Distribution Operative
The closing date is 08 November 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 2 receipt and distribution Operative within the Procurement service. We are seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic and innovative individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships across a multi-professional team and be able to adapt to an evolving service in order to ensure the continuous delivery of high quality patient care.
Main duties of the job
To receive stock, deliver and unpack supplies received for non clinical areas. To follow the supplies transfer of goods process for sign off at all times.
To receive stock, unpack and replenish stores or store room in relevant wards and clinical departments whilst ensuring that stock rotation is carried out continuously.
To ensure that deliveries are correct against the requisition/ Order/ receipt number, including unit of issue, investigate discrepancies and resolve queries. Arrange uplifts request credit where necessary for the relevant department.
To work as part of a team in the supplies storage area/s, keeping and storing all supplies securely in line with individual safe storage requirements. To identify any supplies items that requires specialist storage, e.g. refrigeration, to the site Deputy Procurement Supply Chain Manager.
To carry out any reasonable duties as requested by your line manager.
About us
Be part of an inclusive department, that is ambitious, caring and offers a healthy work-life balance. Organisation, that offers great annual leave, access to individual development opportunities and mentorship for career progression.
Access to a great salary and an NHS Pension.
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£30,142 a year per annum inc HCA
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
196-A&C1432
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Woolwich
London
SE18 4QH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To be fully conversant with the Procurement Departments Supply Chain programme and procedures.
- To receive stock, unpack and replenish stores or store room in relevant wards and clinical departments whilst ensuring that stock rotation is carried out continuously.
- To ensure that deliveries are correct against the requisition/ Order/ receipt number, including unit of issue, investigate discrepancies and resolve queries. Arrange uplifts request credit where necessary for the relevant department.
- To receive stock, deliver and unpack supplies received for non clinical areas. To follow the supplies transfer of goods process for sign off at all times.
- To transport supplies securely to different locations across the Trust. Ensuring that all heavy and large supplies are transported safely.
- To work as part of a team in the supplies storage area/s, keeping and storing all supplies securely in line with individual safe storage requirements. To identify any supplies items that requires specialist storage, e.g. refrigeration, to the site Deputy Procurement Supply Responsible for the security of goods in transit ensuring at all times that supplies are correctly signed for during the delivery process.
- Responsible for the safe and secure return of all undelivered/ returned supplies to the correct storage area.
- To report any supply discrepancies / damage to the service Help Desk and the on site manager as soon as issue is identified.
- To work in partnership with wards/ departments to identify and agree delivery times for supplies. To agree suitable times for the delivery large and heavy stock items, e.g. furniture and clinical equipment.
- Responsible for ensuring at all times that the relevant health and safety/ and manual handling rules that apply when moving heavy supply items within the Trust
- To participate/ comment on the development of all service policies and procedures relevant to the role.
- To carry out any reasonable duties as requested by your line manager.
- The post holder is required to follow Trust policies and procedures which are regularly updated.
Job responsibilities
- To be fully conversant with the Procurement Departments Supply Chain programme and procedures.
- To receive stock, unpack and replenish stores or store room in relevant wards and clinical departments whilst ensuring that stock rotation is carried out continuously.
- To ensure that deliveries are correct against the requisition/ Order/ receipt number, including unit of issue, investigate discrepancies and resolve queries. Arrange uplifts request credit where necessary for the relevant department.
- To receive stock, deliver and unpack supplies received for non clinical areas. To follow the supplies transfer of goods process for sign off at all times.
- To transport supplies securely to different locations across the Trust. Ensuring that all heavy and large supplies are transported safely.
- To work as part of a team in the supplies storage area/s, keeping and storing all supplies securely in line with individual safe storage requirements. To identify any supplies items that requires specialist storage, e.g. refrigeration, to the site Deputy Procurement Supply Responsible for the security of goods in transit ensuring at all times that supplies are correctly signed for during the delivery process.
- Responsible for the safe and secure return of all undelivered/ returned supplies to the correct storage area.
- To report any supply discrepancies / damage to the service Help Desk and the on site manager as soon as issue is identified.
- To work in partnership with wards/ departments to identify and agree delivery times for supplies. To agree suitable times for the delivery large and heavy stock items, e.g. furniture and clinical equipment.
- Responsible for ensuring at all times that the relevant health and safety/ and manual handling rules that apply when moving heavy supply items within the Trust
- To participate/ comment on the development of all service policies and procedures relevant to the role.
- To carry out any reasonable duties as requested by your line manager.
- The post holder is required to follow Trust policies and procedures which are regularly updated.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Receiving deliveries and checking goods against delivery notes
- Sorting, storing, and distributing stock correctly
- Using handheld scanners, barcode systems, Datascope system
Desirable
- Previous experience in a stores, warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment
- Experience within the NHS or healthcare sector
- Experience handling medical supplies or controlled items
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of goods receiving and distribution procedures
- Understanding of quality standards and reporting discrepancies, damages, or shortages
- Knowledge of customer service principles
Desirable
- Understanding of barcode scanning and electronic stock tracking systems
- Knowledge of warehouse or logistics operations
- Awareness of COSHH
Skills
Essential
- Ability to receive, check, and distribute goods accurately
- Good attention to detail and accuracy when handling stock and records
- Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
- Ability to undertake manual handling activities safely
Desirable
- Pump truck or pallet truck operation skills
- Experience in a warehouse, logistics, stores, or healthcare supplies environment
- Experience handling sensitive, specialist, or medical supplies
Essential
Essential
- Receiving deliveries and checking goods against delivery notes
- Sorting, storing, and distributing stock correctly
- Using handheld scanners, barcode systems, Datascope system
Desirable
- Previous experience in a stores, warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment
- Experience within the NHS or healthcare sector
- Experience handling medical supplies or controlled items
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of goods receiving and distribution procedures
- Understanding of quality standards and reporting discrepancies, damages, or shortages
- Knowledge of customer service principles
Desirable
- Understanding of barcode scanning and electronic stock tracking systems
- Knowledge of warehouse or logistics operations
- Awareness of COSHH
Skills
Essential
- Ability to receive, check, and distribute goods accurately
- Good attention to detail and accuracy when handling stock and records
- Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
- Ability to undertake manual handling activities safely
Desirable
- Pump truck or pallet truck operation skills
- Experience in a warehouse, logistics, stores, or healthcare supplies environment
- Experience handling sensitive, specialist, or medical supplies
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
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Woolwich
London
SE18 4QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Woolwich
London
SE18 4QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Supply Chain Manager
Robert Duffin
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£30,142 a year per annum inc HCA
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
196-A&C1432
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Woolwich
London
SE18 4QH
United Kingdom
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