Prison Procurement Operative

Serco; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000

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Salary - up to £25,000.00 depending on experience plus Serco benefits.

Hours - Full Time 40 hours per week– Monday to Friday

At HMP Fosse Way, we offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where every team member plays a key role in the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders. We provide opportunities for personal and professional development and encourage a diverse, inclusive workplace.

HMP Fosse Way is a modern, forward-thinking establishment dedicated to delivering effective offender management and rehabilitation. Our focus is on helping individuals reintegrate into society successfully, with a commitment to reducing reoffending and enhancing public safety.

Main Purpose:

To provide and carry out procurement services within HMP Fosse Way in accordance with all relevant and current regulations, legislation and guidelines.

To enable the stores operation within HMP Fosse Way to provide all services as directed by the Catering and Procurement Manager.

Main Accountabilities:

1. To work with the Catering and Procurement Manager, Shop Manager and Business Services team in the delivery of stores services to the whole establishment and comply with all relevant Health & Safety and Food Safety Regulations, legislation and company guidelines & operational procedures.
2. To complete administrative tasks as dictated by the Business operation.
3. Responsible for evaluating suppliers, products, and services, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that approved purchases are cost-efficient and of high quality.
4. To work alongside Client and suppliers.
5. To assist with ordering of all disposables and consumables for all prison requirements.
6. To organise and accept deliveries in line with current company procedures.
7. To collect, when necessary, delivery vehicles from the gate and return as per the LSS if necessary.
8. To oversee the unloading of all deliveries and check against orders and delivery notes, reporting problems to the Manager.
9. To oversee delivery of pre-ordered items to designated wings and houseblocks.
10. To ensure the security and safety of all items is maintained during delivery, storage and distribution within the Prison.
11. To provide training and supervision to selected group of prisoners, working in the store’s area.
12. To record and document all relevant paperwork to comply with food hygiene regulations, Health & Safety, HACCP and Company Policies.
13. Reacting to complaint issues and trends, with a cohesive approach along with the Business Services team.
14. To work weekends when operationally required.
15. To assist in prisoner movements and searches to and from the Stores.
16. To train for and carry out any other work reasonably acceptable within the capabilities of the post holder.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 or equivalent GCSE.
2. Level 2- First Aid at Work.
3. Level 2 Qualification in Food Safety & HACCP required to be completed during initial probation period.
4. Level 2 Qualification in First Aid at Work required to be completed during initial probation period.
5. Procurement and Logistics background essential.

Desirable Qualifications:

1. Level 2 – IOSH.
2. Level 2 – Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP).
3. Level 2 – HSE.

What you need to do the role:

1. A strong procurement background, preferably in Guided Buying and SAP.
2. An understanding of working in a socially diverse environment, along with a good team ethic.
3. Basic working knowledge of a commercial warehouse environment.
4. Good interpersonal skills, including good oral and written communication.
5. Good computer skills including knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook applications.
6. Able to demonstrate resilience with a basic understanding of both conflict resolution and de-escalation and risk and conflict management.
7. Assertive, creative, and progressive along with good problem-solving skills.

What we offer:

1. Pension up to – 6%.
2. Employee Assistance Programme.
3. Serco Benefits package - discounts include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, discounts on mobile phone plans, and leisure centre memberships.
4. A safe and supportive culture.
5. Chance to contribute to innovation in public services.
6. A company passionate about diversity and inclusion.

Why Serco:

A place you can make an impact - The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters – delivering essential services that touch people’s lives.

A place you can count on - Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.

A place for you - We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed within a supportive and safe culture.

Serco/Serco Leisure Operating Limited are appointed as the Trust’s Managing Agents. We manage the recruitment process and the Trust’s employees in the delivery of the service on their behalf. The Trust is committed to equal opportunities and requests any potential applicant to contact the Recruitment Team on 0345 010 4000 as soon as possible if an applicant has any additional queries, requirements or will need additional time in submitting an application. Applicants should be aware that in line with the company’s policy, employees will have a DBS check where appropriate.