Logistics Coordinator

Vertical Advantage; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator to enhance operations in a hybrid working environment in Sutton. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to improve supply chain efficiency, manage daily operations, and support strategic initiatives. The role offers an opportunity for significant impact and personal development within an experienced team.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain, logistics, or international trade environment.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• Well-organised with strong time management and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of the overall supply chain model.
• Manage and resolve supply chain non-conformances.
• Monitor operational performance of supply chain partners.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Data Analysis

Communication

Time Management

Customer Focus

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Supply Chain Coordinator

Location: Sutton, UK (Hybrid Working

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday

Reports to: Supply Chain Manager

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Supply Chain Coordinator to join our operations team. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the smooth running of supply chain processes, supporting both day-to-day operations and strategic improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will work closely with suppliers, logistics partners, internal stakeholders, and customers to drive service excellence and process efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a clear understanding of the overall supply chain model, including key partners, internal processes, and the sectors and customers served.
• Build strong working relationships with supply chain partners, internal departments, customers, and suppliers to ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Manage and resolve supply chain non-conformances by coordinating communications, logging issues, conducting trend analysis, and proposing performance improvements.
• Support continuous improvement activities by identifying recurring issues and working with suppliers to enhance service levels.
• Take ownership of live operational issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution to minimise disruption.
• Monitor operational performance of supply chain partners using structured reporting and data analysis.
• Assist the Supply Chain Manager in key projects across areas such as compliance, performance optimisation, digital transformation, and sustainability.
• Maintain accurate records and support documentation related to supply chain activities and partner performance.

Candidate Requirements

• A professional, customer-focused approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience in a supply chain, logistics, or international trade environment.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• Confident analysing data to identify patterns and performance trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Well-organised with strong time management and multitasking abilities.
• Experience in sectors such as Food & Nutrition, Pharmaceuticals, Industrial Goods, Coatings & Construction, or Consumer Care is beneficial.
• Previous experience in chemical distribution or a sales & marketing-led environment is desirable.

What’s on Offer

• Office located in Sutton, with easy access to public transport
• Hybrid working model available
• 37.5-hour working week, Monday to Friday
• 25 days annual leave plus a competitive benefits package
• Opportunity to join a collaborative, experienced team in a role with real impact and development potential