purchasing agent Sheffield, England
Job description
St Luke’s is an organisation that is dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing and quality of life of all those affected by a terminal illness in Sheffield. No patient or family is ever the same, and our journey with each individual is unique. Through the provision of high quality care, support, compassion and respect, we aim to improve the lives of these people at some of the most challenging times of their lives.
Our values embody our way of working and they are Dignified, Compassionate, Inspired and Pioneering. Working for St Luke’s offers a real opportunity to make a difference to local people.
This role is to assist an established Donation Centre team with the day to day operations of the Centre which is located at Fieldhouse Way, S4 7SF. You must be enthusiastic, motivated and be a team player with a can-do attitude. Experience in a retail environment with some managerial responsibilities and an ability to form good relationships with colleagues and volunteers is essential in the role.
This role will support the retail department in its endeavors to raise funds for St Luke's.
Responsibilities will include processing stock donations, providing excellent customer service, and helping to process gift aid to maximise sales. In addition to this, you would be a key holder, and when necessary be responsible for opening and closing the Donation Centre.
A good knowledge of health & safety and an ability to identify potential risks is desirable to maintain safe ways of working.
Flexibility is essential for this post as there will be weekend and possibly evening work required on occasions.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
For further details please visit our website at www.stlukeshospice.org.uk. applications can be via a CV and covering letter outlining your most recent experience and your reasons for applying for the post. All CVs should be emailed to [email protected] posted to Human Resources Department, St Luke’s Hospice, Little Common Lane, Sheffield, S11 9NE.
For further details or informal discussion, please contact Emily Cox, Donation Centre Manager on 0114 235 7676.
Closing Date: 30th July 2023
Interview Date: 10th August 2023
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) at St Luke’s
At St Luke’s we aspire to build diverse and inclusive teams where everyone is welcome and feels a sense of belonging, recognising the value that different principles, perspectives and experiences bring. We see EDI as more than simply ensuring we commit to our legal obligations under the Equality Act, making certain no person or persons are unlawfully discriminated against because of any characteristic as legally protected under the UK Equality Act 2010, which we extend to include neurodiversity and socio-economic diversity. We are committed to attracting as diverse a range of candidates as possible and welcome speaking to people about how we can build in flexibility.
St Luke’s is accredited to the Disability Confidence Scheme, which denotes organisations which have a positive attitude towards disabled people. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria at the shortlisting stage are guaranteed an invitation to interview.
If any candidate requires the panel to consider a reasonable adjustment or there is anything else they would like the panel to take into consideration they are asked to notify us of this at application stage where possible or during the process as soon as it becomes a requirement.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 30 per week
Salary: From £16,989.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sheffield: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 30/07/2023
