Theatre Materials Controller

The Materials Controller for East Surrey Hospital is responsible for the effective distribution and management of medical supplies within Theatres, ensuring that all goods are received, tracked, and delivered in compliance with procurement policies. This role involves:

liaising with end users to address issues, maintain service levels, and implement cost-saving measures.

managing the Just-In-Time purchasing system, oversees stock replenishment, and ensures quality control of inventory

balancing financial considerations with service needs.

This will involve strong communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams are essential for negotiating the use of consumables and optimising resource management.

The post holder will be expected to deliver a high quality, effective and safe service for East Surrey Hospital Theatres through embodying the Trust Values and excellent organisational and communication skills.

At SASH we believe that leading with compassion and adhering to our Visions and Values are key to driving forward the best possible patient care., We provide emergency and non-emergency services to the residents of East Surrey, North-East West Sussex, and South Croydon, including the major towns of Crawley, Horsham, Reigate and Redhill; a community of over 535,000 people. We provide acute and complex services and a range of outpatient, diagnostic services whilst Crawley Hospital and Horsham in West Sussex and Caterham Dene Hospital and Oxted Health Centre in Surrey provide less complex planned services.