Supply Chain Admin & Expediting Specialist

Nordson; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordson Test & Inspection is seeking an Associate Administrative Support in Aylesbury, UK. The role focuses on expediting, orderbook management, and providing essential admin support to manufacturing operations. It requires coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely communication of delivery commitments and risks.

The position is a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will maintain ERP data, run reports, and prepare documentation while working closely with Planning, Sales,

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, planning, administration, customer service, or similar environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially 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 relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative, make sound decisions and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, overdue orders and supply-related issues.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and expedite orders to support production requirements.
• Run ERP reports to identify overdue purchase orders, material shortages, and potential risks.
• Update supplier delivery commitments and related information within the ERP system.
• Escalate significant supply or delivery concerns to the Purchasing Manager.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, spreadsheets, meeting agendas and minutes using Microsoft Office.

Skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

A-Level or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

SAP

Job description

Nordson Test & Inspection is seeking an Associate Administrative Support in Aylesbury, UK. The role focuses on expediting, orderbook management, and providing essential admin support to manufacturing operations. It requires coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely communication of delivery commitments and risks.

The position is a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will maintain ERP data, run reports, and prepare documentation while working closely with Planning, Sales,