Supply Chain Coordinator

Southern Cross Christchurch Hospital

Supply Chain Coordinator

Mō te Tūranga | About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated full-time Supply Chain Coordinator to join the team at our Christchurch Hospital. If you have strong organisational skills and a proactive attitude, this could be the role for you. You will be responsible for a range of tasks that ensure our hospital runs smoothly and effectively. 

As a Supply Chain Coordinator, you will be the vital link between our supply chain and the wider hospital, particularly focusing on operating theatres and master data management. Your responsibilities will include maintaining stock levels in the theatre complex, processing orders accurately and promptly, and assisting with the receipting, processing, and delivery of pharmaceutical and medical supplies. 

Our team is dedicated, fast-moving, and always striving for excellence. We’re people focused and have a great sense of humour, making our workplace enjoyable and supportive. This hands-on role requires effective communication skills and a positive attitude. In this role you will be on the move for parts of the day, and no two days will look the same. You’ll be working with a fantastic team that is committed to continuous improvement across the business and supply chain.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a supply chain/inventory management role
• Proficient in MS Office and experience with ERP 
• Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy
• Self-motivated, dependable, and well organised
• Demonstrated experience of building strong relationships and customer service with both internal and external parties 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Background in healthcare would be an advantage 

Ngā mea ka taea e mātou te tuku I a koe | What we can offer you: 

• Competitive remuneration package
• Funded health insurance
• Christmas and New Year breaks 
• Wellbeing programme
• Catered morning tea & fruit
• Employee referral bonus scheme 
• Opportunities for development and career progression
• Opportunity to be part of our Employee Rainbow Network 
• The opportunity to join a team of people who are truly committed to providing safe & quality personalised  patient care, with kindness and excellence.

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation 

Southern Cross Healthcare is driven by a clear purpose to advance the provision of quality healthcare in Aotearoa New Zealand.  

Our values are at the core of everything we do: 

• Care First - Care is at our heart. It’s the foundation of who we are and how we approach our mahi. Through genuine manaakitanga, we deliver a quality of care that makes healthcare more human.
• Better Together - Our strength comes from connection and collaboration – we bring together our diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences in the spirit of partnership and kotahitanga. We all play our part creating better outcomes for everyone.
• Pursue Excellence - Every day brings a new opportunity to improve, innovate, and excel. We don’t settle for ‘good enough’. We’re here to do our best work, delivering our best care for the people and communities we serve.

We combine the skills of more than 4,000 people, including 2,000 nurses and anaesthetic technicians working with more than 1,200 specialists, surgeons, anaesthetists, and allied health professionals. 

Together, we are one of the largest providers of healthcare in Aotearoa New Zealand and the most trusted brand in our industry.  

Our strong ‘for purpose’ organisational ethos means we don’t merely think in financial quarters, we think in generations and the decades it takes to get there. 

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

As an organisation, we are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and providing a culturally safe environment that demonstrates manaakitanga and embraces the unique perspectives and experiences of our people. 

One of our core values, Better Together, drives our aspiration to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand and welcome applications from people of all communities and backgrounds.

If you would like to discuss your specific needs and how we can support you, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@schl.co.nz for a confidential conversation. 

Haere mai, ā, mā te mahi tahi ka whai wāhi ki tētahi mea whai take, ka āwhina i ngā tāngata ki te whai oranga mā te whakaaro anō ki te tautiaki hauora 

Join us, and together, each of us can be part of something important, helping people live their best lives by reimagining healthcare.  

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