Global Supply Chain Coordinator — Flexible Hours + Benefits

Jackie Kerr Recruitment - Engineering and Manufacturing; Fordingbridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday + bank holidays (incr

Sabbatical after 6 years

Contributory pension

Free onsite parking

Flexible start/finish times

Job summary

Jackie Kerr Recruitment - Engineering and Manufacturing is seeking a proactive Supply Chain Coordinator in Fordingbridge. You will manage the flow of components and finished goods with overseas partners, monitor schedules and coordinate shipments to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires strong organisational, communication and analytical skills, plus IT proficiency in Word/Excel; ERP/MRP experience is a plus. Salary ranges from £28,000 to £38,000 with 36.5 hours per week and a 5-day week.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient IT skills including Word and Excel; ERP/MRP experience advantageous.
• Strong written and spoken English; Mandarin or Cantonese advantageous.
• Previous experience in supply chain, logistics or manufacturing beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate component and finished goods with international factories and suppliers.
• Monitor production schedules, order progress and completion dates.
• Liaise with freight forwarders to arrange international shipments.
• Maintain relationships with factories, suppliers and internal teams.
• Manage supplier onboarding, documentation and monthly scorecards.
• Support export licence compliance and wider supply chain admin.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent written and verbal communic.

Analytical skills

IT skills (Word & Excel)

English proficiency

MRP/ERP experience advantageous

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

MRP/ERP system

Job description

Job Description

Supply Chain Coordinator

From £28,000

Fordingbridge

Our client is a leading design and manufacturing business serving the aerospace, medical and industrial sectors. Due to continued expansion, they are looking for two junior Supply Chain Coordinators to join their growing team!

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or someone at the beginning of their supply-chain career. As a Supply Chain Coordinator, you will receive full training while supporting international suppliers, production orders, purchasing and logistics.

Supply Chain Coordinator Roles and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate components and finished goods with overseas manufacturing partners
• Monitor production schedules, purchase orders and order progress
• Chase suppliers and factories for updates and outstanding information
• Identify shortages, delays and logistics risks, escalating concerns when required
• Arrange international freight and liaise with logistics providers
• Support supplier onboarding, reapproval and documentation
• Assist with monthly supplier scorecards and performance reviews
• Raise purchase orders and monitor supplier confirmations and commitments
• Maintain accurate supply-chain and compliance records
• Support OGEL and import/export compliance activities
• Work closely with Purchasing, Production, Sales and other internal departments

Supply Chain Coordinator Ideal Candidate:

• Relevant degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Manufacturing or a similar subject; alternatively, relevant qualifications with at least one year’s experience in a related role
• Experience within supply chain, logistics, purchasing, manufacturing, order management or coordination
• Recent graduates with a relevant degree are encouraged to apply
• Strong organisation and prioritisation skills
• Proactive approach to following up actions and resolving problems
• Analytical, accurate and attentive to detail
• Confident communicating with suppliers and internal departments
• Competent using Microsoft Word and Excel
• Fluent written and spoken English
• MRP or ERP experience would be advantageous but is not essential
• Electronics or another technical industry background would be beneficial
• Mandarin or Cantonese language skills would be advantageous but are not required

Supply Chain Coordinator Working Hours and Benefits:

• 36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Flexible start and finish times
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days
• One-month paid sabbatical after six years’ service
• Contributory pension and free on-site parking
• Full training and long-term development opportunities

Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years.

We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work, we pride ourselves on understanding your requirements to ensure that we place you in your ideal role.

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