Job summary
We are looking for an individual with proven knowledge of logistics and supply chain management to join our busy warehouse team at UHB's Meteor Park Distribution Centre.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience managing a team to move into a role supporting the delivery of our core services, the wider trust and ICB.
This is a 12 month fixed term post and would suit someone already in a similar role who is looking for their next challenge or someone who is looking to hone their skills in a fast paced logistics setting.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be Responsible for day to day management of one of our shift teams, and will be required to rotate hours on a 3 weekly rota in-line with our other deputy logistics managers.
Their main role will be to support the Logistics Manager / Operations Manager and to be responsible for the effective management of Logistics Services at Meteor Park in relation to movement of materials from source to all areas currently serviced. Ensuring that services are managed professionally and making suggestions for improvement, and implementing new techniques, organising work schedules and manpower, developing new work models and training staff to carry out their duties whilst managing their personal development to achieve standards as required by national and trust guidelines.
The post holder will also be required to undertake lead responsibility as a member of the Logistics Service team as agreed with the Logistics Manager/Operations Manager, new developments, projects and other objectives relating to the Logistics and Warehousing services.
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: 03 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 5
- Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 12 months
- Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: 15039
- Job locations: Meteor Park Warehouse, Argyle Street, Aston, West Midlands, B7 5TE, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Tasks Contiued: Please note for a specific detailed job description for this vacancy please see attached job description.
As a member of the Logistics Service Management team the post holder will have day to day management responsibility for the delivery of the logistics service that will include any urgent requests. The post holder must ensure appropriate arrangements are in place in order that the service is effectively always provided. This will mean attending any Trust site over the shift period in operation, for the purposes of briefing, training and general management of staff.
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This advert is for Band 5 Deputy Logistics Manager with University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust in Birmingham, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £32,073 to £39,043 a year. The contract type is Fixed-Term. The application deadline is 17 Jun 2026.
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