# Procurement Distribution Service Operative > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/procurement-distribution-service-operative/ada519c7-7785-428c-9633-3b20728450ef - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/procurement-distribution-service-operative/ada519c7-7785-428c-9633-3b20728450ef.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Manchester Royal Infirmary - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Manager and corporate - **Grade:** Band 3 - **Salary:** £25,760 - £27,476 Per annum, pro rata - **Contract type:** 12 months (12 month fixed term) - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-09-28T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-09-22T15:11:00.253Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Manchester/Manchester/Manchester_University_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Procurement/Procurement-v8310451 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8310451?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.mft.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview We have an exciting opportunity to be part of our growing Procurement Distribution Services team based at North Manchester General Hospital (NMGH). A fast moving and growing service that facilitates MFT and surrounding community functions supplying medical consumables/equipment/PPE. Ensuring the prompt and efficient handling, processing and routing of goods, through our trust PDC and R&D functions. Using our inventory management system for processes such as ordering, receiving, stock checking, cycle counting and the raising of electronic documentation for goods received. Ensuring that accurate documentation is available for invoice clearance and audit purposes. ### Main duties of the job Receive daily PUSH deliveries of medical consumable items from MFT's Procurement distribution Centre for onward delivery. Ensuring full quality checks, count and general storage of items are completed. Picking and packing of general consumables and PPE lines to fulfill orders for all MFT and community areas. Receive and quality check deliveries from NHSSC and direct from suppliers ensuring stock quantities and product references match the order raised. Maintain high levels of communication between the Scan4Safety team and Procurement Distribution Services team regarding deliveries of PUSH goods. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Documents to download’ heading. Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’ To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Documents to download’ heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone. What is a DBS Check? A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role: Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings. Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police that’s considered relevant to the role. Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the children’s and/or adults’ barred lists. Who Needs a DBS Check Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role. The Costs for a DBS At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred. For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december DBS Update Service Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service. ## Person Specification ### Good basic numeracy skills **Essential** - Good numeracy skills **Desirable** - Basic IT skills - Outlook, Excel, Word - Good communication skills ### Any previous experience in warehousing **Essential** - Any previous experience in warehousing **Desirable** - Any previous experience in warehousing ## Documents - [job/person description (pdf, 184.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10630774) - [functional requirements form v8 (pdf, 933.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10630775) - [inside mft – your candidate place (pdf, 306.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2890) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.