Supply Chain Assistant

Vertical Advantage; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG business in West Sussex is seeking a Sourcing Assistant. You will manage purchase orders, coordinate suppliers, handle import documentation, and report on supplier performance. Ideal candidates possess strong organizational skills, experience in procurement or logistics, and proficiency in SAP. This role offers a chance to develop within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Benefits

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for detail.
• Previous experience in procurement, logistics, or supply chain operations is advantageous.
• Proficient in SAP.
• Experienced in handling import documentation.
• Skilled in managing and maintaining stock levels.

Responsibilities

• Raise and amend purchase orders accurately and promptly.
• Monitor daily and weekly inbound arrivals.
• Gather, verify, and challenge import documentation for compliance.
• Coordinate supplier sourcing activities and manage the approval process.
• Maintain weekly supplier performance reports.
• Monitor stock levels and flag potential shortages.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive problem-solver

Attention to detail

Experience in procurement

Experience in logistics

Experience in supply chain operations

Proficient in SAP

Experience with import documentation

Inventory management

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Sourcing Assistant

Location: West Sussex

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 + Benefits

Setup: Fully On-site

Vertical has partnered with a leading FMCG business in the food sector, who are recruiting for a Sourcing Assistant.

As the sourcing assistant, you will be importing documentation and maintaining strong communication across both internal teams and external suppliers.

This is an excellent opportunity to move into the procurement space, with real scope to develop, grow, and expand your knowledge in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Purchase Order Management: Raise and amend POs accurately and promptly; administer and track loading advices to ensure all information is up to date.
• Supplier & Logistics Coordination: Monitor daily and weekly inbound arrivals; proactively communicate any variances or risks to internal stakeholders.
• Import Documentation: Gather, verify, and challenge import documentation to ensure compliance; participate in training to develop expertise in import processes.
• Supplier Sourcing & Approval: Coordinate supplier sourcing activities and manage the approval process; collaborate with Technical, Quality, and Finance teams to maintain up-to-date supplier records.
• Supplier Performance Reporting: Maintain weekly supplier performance reports; prepare monthly performance summaries for the Procurement Team.
• Inventory & Sample Management: Monitor stock levels and flag potential shortages or surpluses; coordinate and track sample requests to ensure timely delivery.

About You:

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for detail.
• Previous experience in procurement, logistics, or supply chain operations is advantageous.
• Proficient in SAP.
• Experienced in handling import documentation.
• Skilled in managing and maintaining stock levels.