Band 5 Deputy Logistics Manager - Pharmacy Logistics

Job summary

We are seeking an effective Deputy Logistics Manager for our pharmaceutical logistics operation within UHB. This pivotal role ensures the timely and efficient delivery of products, manages logistics performance and build strong relationships with various stakeholders across the trust, contributing Directly to operational excellence.

Responsible for a team of up to 12, the post holder will effectively manage staff to ensure a high level of service is provided to a multitude of sites, as well as developing and coaching team members to ensure accuracy, timeliness and high standards are achieved throughout the site.

The role is mainly based at Kings Norton Business Centre, however an element of flexibility with regards to site is expected.

Main duties of the job

To manage and co-ordinate operational management of the logistics staff.

To ensure that materials, equipment etc. are delivered to end users in an efficient and appropriate manner.

To ensure security of the building in hours and to respond to out of hours issues as and when agreed deputising for the Logistics Manager. The post holder will also be required to deputise for the Logistics Warehouse Manager during periods of annual leave and/or sickness.

To work autonomously to provide prioritised, timely and efficient service to all stakeholders.

To ensure that all warehouse staff are aware of HR Procedures, that all staff comply with relevant legislation, especially with regards to GDP, Health and Safety, Fire precautions and stock security.

Working closely with the Logistics Warehouse Manager to provide regular and measurable updates to ensure continuity of delivery of service.

To ensure all mandatory and departmental training requirements, SOP's, Appraisals, inductions and risk assessments are undertaken by all staff ensuring compliance to both Trust and Departmental policies.

To ensure that all operating equipment is checked daily..

To manage and maintain the Trust's Time and Attendance system on a daily basis for all warehouse staff, referring any payroll discrepancies to the Logistics Warehouse Manager and/or payroll department if necessary and undertake return to work interviews where appropriate.

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Details

• Date posted: 24 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 5
• Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: 304-1103157
• Job locations: 32-34 Melchett Rd, 32 - 34 Melchett Road, Kings Norton, West Midlands, B30 3HY, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

To carry out all HR processes for all warehouse staff including absence review meetings and Stage 1 & Stage 2 meetings, ensuring personal records are maintained

To analyse and resolve complex issues in an efficient and professional manner, using persuasive skills and logic to initiate and pro-actively negotiate changes to scheduled workloads.

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*