Bilingual Japanese–English Supply Chain Planner

Adecco; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a proactive Supply Chain Planner. This full-time role involves managing purchasing and inventory across 13 countries, including Japan and Europe. The ideal candidate should be fluent in English and Japanese, with at least one year of office experience, and possess strong analytical skills. Compensation ranges from £30,000 to £32,000 per year, with additional benefits including holiday entitlements and a company pension plan.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20 days holiday (rising to 25 after 3 years)

50% staff discount

Company pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of office administration experience.
• Experience in an international supply chain context is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review weekly demand and adjust plans to maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Create purchase orders and production plans to meet forecasted demand.
• Coordinate with vendors and logistics partners for timely deliveries.
• Maintain accurate ERP master data.
• Monitor stock levels across multiple warehouses.
• Manage international documentation for customs compliance.

Skills

Fluent in English and Japanese

Experience in supply chain, purchasing, or logistics

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Strong analytical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Communication abilities

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a proactive Supply Chain Planner. This full-time role involves managing purchasing and inventory across 13 countries, including Japan and Europe. The ideal candidate should be fluent in English and Japanese, with at least one year of office experience, and possess strong analytical skills. Compensation ranges from £30,000 to £32,000 per year, with additional benefits including holiday entitlements and a company pension plan.