Supply Chain Administrator

Kinetic plc; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic Recruitment are seeking a Supply Chain Administrator to join a busy manufacturing environment in Deeside. The role supports production with materials and inventory planning, ensuring stock availability and timely supplier orders.

The successful candidate will have experience in purchasing, supply chain or inventory management, strong organisational skills, and proficiency with MS Office to manage data and reporting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchasing, supply chain, materials or similar administrative role.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of inventory/stock control and material requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing production, finished goods and inventory data to identify raw material requirements.
• Raising and processing purchase orders based on material requirements.
• Liaising with suppliers and following up on orders, delivery dates and any required amendments.
• Ensuring raw materials are available on time to meet production requirements and customer orders.
• Monitoring inventory levels and helping to maintain optimum stock levels.
• Supporting inventory accuracy and participating in regular cycle counts.
• Investigating and resolving stock discrepancies where required.
• Maintaining accurate purchasing, inventory and supply chain records.
• Working closely with production, operations, suppliers and other internal departments to ensure an efficient flow of materials.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Preparing and analysing purchasing and inventory information and reports.
• Ensuring departmental procedures and relevant policies are followed.
• Supporting the wider Supply Chain team with general administration and other duties as required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Purchasing experience

Stock control

Supplier liaison

IT skills

Communication skills

Prioritisation

Proactive mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Supply Chain Administrator

• Location: Deeside
• Salary: £26,000 - £29,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
• Job Type: FTC

Kinetic Recruitment are currently looking to recruit a Supply Chain Administrator to join a busy and established manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator with a background in supply chain, purchasing, manufacturing or inventory management. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational and analytical skills and be comfortable working with stock, suppliers and production requirements. The Role Working as part of the Supply Chain/Operations team, you will help ensure materials and inventory are available when required to support production and customer demand.

Key responsibilities

• Analysing production, finished goods and inventory data to identify raw material requirements.
• Raising and processing purchase orders based on material requirements.
• Liaising with suppliers and following up on orders, delivery dates and any required amendments.
• Ensuring raw materials are available on time to meet production requirements and customer orders.
• Monitoring inventory levels and helping to maintain optimum stock levels.
• Supporting inventory accuracy and participating in regular cycle counts.
• Investigating and resolving stock discrepancies where required.
• Maintaining accurate purchasing, inventory and supply chain records.
• Working closely with production, operations, suppliers and other internal departments to ensure an efficient flow of materials.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Preparing and analysing purchasing and inventory information and reports.
• Ensuring departmental procedures and relevant policies are followed.
• Supporting the wider Supply Chain team with general administration and other duties as required.

About You

• Previous experience in a purchasing, supply chain, materials or similar administrative role.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of inventory/stock control and material requirements.
• Experience dealing with suppliers and placing/following up purchase orders.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office/PC systems.
• The ability to manage priorities and work effectively in a busy environment.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

About Kinetic Recruitment

With over 40 years of experience, Kinetic Recruitment has been providing specialist staffing solutions across the engineering, manufacturing and technical sectors throughout the UK. Kinetic Recruitment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency as defined under the Employment Agencies Act 1973. IND1