Supply Chain Coordinator

Supply Chain Coordinator

Location: Newport (Hybrid - 3 days in the office)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent

The Opportunity

We are looking for a proactive and organised Supply Chain Coordinator to join a busy operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing, supply chain, stock control, or logistics who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Senior Buyer, you will play a key role in supporting purchasing and inventory activities, ensuring stock availability, managing customer demand transactions, and maintaining efficient supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels, customer demand, and supplier lead times to identify potential stock shortages.

• Process customer demand transactions and maintain accurate system records.

• Coordinate stock cycle counts with warehouse personnel.

• Raise purchase orders for indirect materials and accessories.

• Liaise with suppliers to progress orders and monitor supplier performance.

• Communicate with internal departments regarding material availability and supply issues.

• Maintain accurate purchasing and stock control data within the business ERP system.

• Reconcile stock discrepancies and investigate variances.

• Manage rejected components and coordinate corrective actions with suppliers.

• Support internal and supplier quality activities, including corrective action reporting where required.

• Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and supplier records.

• Provide administrative support to the wider Supply Chain team as required.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in a Purchasing, Supply Chain, Stock Control, Logistics, or similar administrative role.

• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.

• A proactive and flexible approach to work.

• The ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in a busy environment.

• Strong communication skills and the confidence to liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office. Experience using SAP or another ERP/MRP system would be an advantage.

• The ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your career within a supportive supply chain team and make a real impact on day-to-day operations, we'd love to hear from you.

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