Full job descriptionSupply Chain CoordinatorChristchurch, Dorset | Bonus | Career Development | FMCG
Are you currently working in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Procurement, Buying, Inventory Management, Stock Control, Logistics, Customer Supply, Operations or Planning and looking for the next step in your career?
We’re looking for a Supply Chain Coordinator to join our growing FMCG business, supporting some of the UK’s leading retailers and international supply partners.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop broad end-to-end supply chain experience. Rather than being focused on a single area, you’ll gain exposure across Purchasing, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Management, Forecasting, Logistics and S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning), helping you build the skills needed for future progression within Supply Chain.
You’ll work closely with teams across Commercial, Purchasing, Demand Planning, Logistics and Supply Chain, while also communicating with retail customers and overseas factories. Full training will be provided, including exposure to factory forecasting, container planning, stock management and wider supply chain operations.
What You’ll Be Doing*Supporting the day-to-day operation of the Supply Chain and S&OP function
*Working closely with Commercial, Demand Planning, Purchasing, Procurement and Logistics teams
*Attending S&OP meetings and supporting reporting, analysis and planning activities
*Raising and managing purchase orders (POs)
*Supporting supplier management activities and maintaining strong supplier relationships
*Liaising with suppliers, retail customers and overseas factories
*Ensuring products are accurately set up and maintained within SAP and internal ERP systems
*Supporting forecasting, demand planning and supply planning activities
*Supporting inventory management, stock control and stock optimisation
*Monitoring supplier deliveries and maintaining accurate system information
*Analysing stock positions and supporting supply chain improvements
*Supporting internal and external stakeholder communication across the retail supply chain
*Supporting data analysis, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives
What We’re Looking ForWe welcome applications from candidates with experience in:
*Supply Chain
*Purchasing
*Procurement
*Buying
*Inventory Management
*Stock Control
*Logistics
*Customer Supply
*Operations
*Demand Planning
*Supply Planning
*Materials Planning
You may currently be working as a:
*Supply Chain Coordinator
*Supply Chain Assistant
*Supply Chain Administrator
*Purchasing Administrator
*Purchasing Assistant
*Purchasing Coordinator
*Procurement Assistant
*Procurement Administrator
*Buying Assistant
*Buying Administrator
*Logistics Coordinator
*Logistics Administrator
*Inventory Coordinator
*Stock Controller
*Materials Planner
*Materials Controller
*Customer Supply Coordinator
*Demand Planning Assistant
*Supply Planning Assistant
*Import Coordinator
*Export Coordinator
*Operations Administrator
*Operations Coordinator
To be successful, you’ll have:
*Experience within Supply Chain, Purchasing, Procurement, Buying, Inventory Management, Stock Control, Logistics, Customer Supply or Operations
*Strong organisational and communication skills
*Excellent attention to detail
*The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
*A proactive approach and willingness to learn
*Experience using SAP or other ERP systems would be advantageous
Why Join?*Gain exposure to the entire supply chain, not just one function
*Learn about forecasting, planning, purchasing, inventory management and logistics
*Develop knowledge of factory forecasting, container planning and international supply chains
*Work with leading UK retailers and international supply partners
*Receive training and development across multiple supply chain disciplines
*Excellent long-term career progression opportunities
*Supportive and collaborative team environment
Benefits*Company bonus scheme
*Annual salary reviews
*25 days holiday increasing with service
*Option to purchase additional holiday
*Medical cash plan
*Mental health and wellbeing support
*Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
*Pension scheme
*Learning and development opportunities
*Cycle to Work scheme
*Free parking
If you’re looking for a role that will broaden your supply chain knowledge, develop your commercial understanding and provide genuine opportunities for career progression, we’d love to hear from you.