Supply Chain Administrator

ZipRecruiter; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering consumer goods company is seeking a Supply Chain Administrator in Kingston upon Thames. The role involves verifying deliveries, compiling stock summaries, and collaborating across teams to optimize inventory. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years in administration, ideally in consumer goods, with strong numeracy and communication skills. This position offers a vibrant office environment and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Vibrant office working environment

Flexible working hours

Mission-led business focus

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in administration, ideally in consumer goods.
• Supply chain administration experience is advantageous.
• Excellent numeracy, IT, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify deliveries against expected quantities and quality standards.
• Compile daily stock summaries across multiple locations.
• Support repackaging efforts when materials do not meet standards.
• Manage surplus inventory and reduce waste with commercial teams.
• Assist in resolving claims related to shipments and orders.
• Provide support across various logistics and supply functions.

Skills

Numeracy skills

IT skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Supply Chain Administrator

Your new company: A pioneering consumer goods business committed to producing high-quality, environment-friendly and GMO-free products.

Responsibilities

• Inbound stock checks: verify deliveries against expected quantities and quality standards; escalate discrepancies in product condition, volume, or pricing to relevant contacts.
• Inventory reporting: compile and distribute daily stock summaries across multiple storage locations.
• Packaging adjustments: support repackaging efforts when outer case materials do not meet required standards.
• Stock optimisation: collaborate with commercial teams to manage surplus inventory and reduce waste.
• Claims handling: assist in resolving issues related to both incoming shipments and outbound orders, liaising with suppliers and customers.
• Operational flexibility: provide support across various logistics and supply functions as needed.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in administration, min 2 years (ideally in consumer goods)
• Supply chain administration would be advantageous
• Excellent numeracy skills
• Good IT skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Keen eye for detail
• Excellent communication skills

What you'll get in return

• Be part of a growing mission-led business dedicated to better serve people and the planet
• Friendly, enthusiastic, like-minded team – vibrant office working environment
• Riverside location within the town centre
• Flexible working hours (start between 8.30-10am, finish between 4.30-6pm)

What you need to do now

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