Theatre Stores Supervisor | East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust


Company:	East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
Salary:	£28,392 - £31,157 per annum
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Burnley, BB10 2PQ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	28 Oct 2026
Closing date:	27 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic and highly motivated Theatre Stores Supervisor to join the One Lancashire & South Cumbria (One LSC) Procurement and Supply Chain Team, leading the Theatre Stores service atEast Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT).

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational leader to supervise the delivery of a high-quality, efficient and customer-focused materials management service across our Theatre departments.

As Theatre Stores Supervisor, you will support all aspects of stock and inventory management, ensuring the timely receipt, replenishment, storage and distribution of supplies to meet the demands of busy clinical environments that support the delivery of safe, effective patient care.

You will act as a visible and accessible point of contact for Theatre teams, building strong relationships with clinical and operational colleagues to deliver a responsive and reliable supply chain service.

Through effective leadership and engagement, you will foster a positive team culture focused on continuous improvement, service excellence and achieving departmental objectives.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised individual with strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills to make a significant contribution to patient care through the effective supervision of theatre supplies and inventory services.

Lead, organise and motivate a customer-facing Materials Management team, ensuring the effective delivery of procurement, supply chain and logistics services across designated Trust areas.

Ensure stock is replenished to agreed levels using barcode and inventory management systems, with deliveries received, checked, stored and rotated in accordance with stock control procedures.

Maintain accurate stock records, prevent product expiry and ensure all storage areas meet required standards of cleanliness, organisation and safety.

Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies, ensuring returns, credits and associated documentation are processed accurately and promptly.

Provide operational leadership and support to team members, promoting high standards of performance and customer service.

Conduct and support quarterly review meetings with theatre and departmental representatives, using system data to analyse expenditure, stock holdings and product usage, identifying opportunities for service improvement, cost reduction and value for money.

Act as a Materials Management Systems Super User, supporting the implementation of new processes and technologies while maintaining accurate records, codes and stock locations.

Maintain effective working relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues, resolve queries and complaints professionally, coordinate service cover during leave and sickness, support staff development and appraisal processes

One Lancashire and South Cumbria (One LSC) is a unique and ambitious partnership bringing together NHS organisations across the region to deliver better, more consistent care for our communities.

By working collaboratively across multiple Trusts within the NHS, One LSC is transforming how services are delivered—sharing expertise, standardising processes, and reducing duplication to create a more efficient and effective healthcare system.

Our vision is simple: to ensure that every patient, regardless of where they live, has access to the same high-quality care, and that every colleague benefits from a positive, supportive working environment.

Why Join One LSC?

• Collaborative Working: Be part of a forward-thinking partnership that values teamwork across organisational boundaries

• Innovation & Transformation: Help shape large-scale change programmes that are modernising healthcare services

• Professional Development: Access opportunities to grow your skills and career across multiple organisations

• Inclusive Culture: We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and

supported

• Meaningful Impact: Your work will directly contribute to improving patient care across an entire region

At One LSC, we are creating a culture where innovation thrives, people feel empowered, and continuous improvement is part of everything we do.

Join us and be part of a team that is redefining how healthcare is delivered—together.

JOB SUMMARY

The post holder is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Materials Management service within designated Trust areas, ensuring the efficient provision of procurement, logistics and inventory services. Working with a high degree of autonomy, the role focuses on maintaining stock availability through effective replenishment systems, ordering, goods receipt, stock control and customer support, while contributing to Trust objectives and service improvement initiatives.

MAIN DUTIES

• Supervise, organise and motivate a customer-facing Materials Management team, ensuring delivery of a professional supply chain and logistics service.

• Lead and maintain materials management systems, undertaking ordering activities on behalf of departments and theatres.

• Replenish stock using barcode and inventory systems, ensuring accurate stock levels, product rotation, expiry date management and appropriate storage.

• Receive, check, store and distribute goods while maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.

• Monitor store standards and housekeeping within departmental stock locations.

• Undertake manual handling duties, including moving roll cages and replenishing stock in confined spaces.

• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies, processing returns and credits accurately.

• Conduct quarterly reviews with clinical and departmental leads, analysing spend, stock holdings and product usage to improve efficiency and value for money.

• Support team development through coaching, review meetings, training and performance management.

• Act as a Materials Management Systems Super User and support the implementation of new technologies and processes.

• Maintain accurate stock records, location data and associated documentation.

• Provide cross-cover within Materials Management services, including support during leave, sickness and periods of increased demand.

• Deputise for the Manager, Theatres Supply Chain & Logistics when required.

• Ensure compliance with Trust Standing Financial Instructions, procurement regulations, audit requirements and departmental procedures.

• Promote savings initiatives and report benefits achieved through stock rationalisation, standardisation and procurement efficiencies.

COMMUNICATION

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with Trust colleagues, suppliers and procurement partners.

• Provide advice and support through meetings, telephone, email and written communication.

• Resolve customer queries and complaints professionally and promptly.

• Work collaboratively with theatre, departmental, procurement and logistics teams.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

• Complete all mandatory training requirements.

• Maintain professional knowledge and participate in relevant development activities.

• Support the training, appraisal and development of supervised staff.

PROFESSIONAL AND ORGANISATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure compliance with Trust policies, financial procedures, procurement legislation and professional standards.

• Contribute to service development, performance improvement and achievement of departmental objectives.

• Promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Infection Prevention and Control, Risk Management, Data Protection, Safeguarding and Equality requirements.

• Support sustainability initiatives through effective use of resources and minimisation of waste.

• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post.

STANDARDS OF CONDUCT

The post holder will uphold Trust values by respecting individuals, putting patients and customers first, promoting positive change, acting with integrity and serving the community, while supporting the delivery of safe, personal and effective care.

This advert closes on Wednesday 11 Nov 2026

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