Indirect Material Coordinator

NRL Recruitment; South Shields; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Indirect Material Coordinator to join their team in South Shields. This role involves managing the efficient distribution of indirect materials across operational sites while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in logistics and supply chain coordination, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join us to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in logistics, supply chain coordination, or inventory management.
• Familiarity with compliance and calibration requirements for industrial tools.
• Knowledge of international shipping and customs regulations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate distribution of indirect materials based on site priorities.
• Ensure compliance with inspection and calibration standards.
• Provide stakeholders with updates on purchase orders and deliveries.
• Act as key escalation point for logistics issues.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and support order tracking.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Compliance standards

Stakeholder management

Supply chain software

Inventory management

Tools

Inventory systems

Asset management tools

Job description

Job description

Job Title : Indirect Material Coordinator

Location : Port of Tyne

Employment Type : Contract - 6 months

Rate : £250 - £300 p / day

Start Date : ASAP

About the Opportunity

Our client, a global leader in the industrial and energy sectors, is looking for an experienced Indirect Material Coordinator to join their dynamic Supply Chain team. Operating in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, this role is essential in ensuring the timely, compliant, and cost-effective distribution of indirect materials—including chemicals, consumables, and tools—across multiple operational sites.

We are seeking candidates who thrive in logistics coordination, have a strong understanding of compliance standards, and can confidently manage stakeholder expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate the efficient distribution of indirect (non-BOM) materials based on site priorities.

Ensure all tools meet compliance standards for inspection and calibration, working closely with quality assurance.

Provide stakeholders with regular updates on purchase orders, delivery timelines, and upcoming activities.

Act as the key escalation point for logistics issues, driving resolution in collaboration with the Supply Chain Management (SCM) team.

Partner with suppliers and logistics providers to manage deliveries, reduce costs, and improve service.

Maintain accurate inventory levels and support internal teams with proper order placement and tracking.

Lead periodic logistics reviews to identify process improvements and support continuous development.

Stay informed on industry best practices, regulatory changes, and supply chain innovations.

Required Experience & Skills

Demonstrable experience in logistics, supply chain coordination, or inventory management.

Familiarity with compliance and calibration requirements for industrial tools and equipment.

Skilled in supply chain software, asset management tools, and inventory systems.

Strong communicator with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and resolve escalations.

Detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and proactive in improving operational performance.

Knowledge of international shipping and customs regulations is advantageous.

Proficient in English, both written and verbal.

Interested?

Apply now or contact us for more information.

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