Supply Chain Admin & Expediting Associate

Nordson Corporation; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordson Test & Inspection in Aylesbury, United Kingdom, is seeking an Associate Administrative Support to help expedite orders, manage the orderbook, and provide admin support to the Supply Chain team. The role interfaces with suppliers and internal stakeholders to communicate delivery status and risks while supporting ERP data accuracy.

The 12-month fixed-term contract offers a dynamic, collaborative environment where attention to detail and proactive problem-solving are valued and developed.

Qualifications

• Good standard of education.
• A-Level, HNC, or equivalent qualification, or relevant experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing, supply chain, planning, administration, customer service, or similar business environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate data records.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, overdue orders, shortages, and supply-related issues.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and proactively expedite orders to support production requirements.
• Run ERP reports to identify overdue purchase orders, material shortages, and potential supply risks.
• Maintain expediting reports and provide timely updates on supplier communications, delivery status, and key risks to relevant stakeholders.
• Update supplier delivery commitments and related information within the ERP system.
• Escalate significant supply or delivery concerns to the Purchasing Manager.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

A-Level/HNC/equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP systems

SAP

MS Word

Outlook

Job description

Nordson Test & Inspection in Aylesbury, United Kingdom, is seeking an Associate Administrative Support to help expedite orders, manage the orderbook, and provide admin support to the Supply Chain team. The role interfaces with suppliers and internal stakeholders to communicate delivery status and risks while supporting ERP data accuracy.

The 12-month fixed-term contract offers a dynamic, collaborative environment where attention to detail and proactive problem-solving are valued and developed.