Supply Chain Assistant / Logistics Co-Ordinator

Office Angels; Tonbridge and Malling; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic organization in Tonbridge is seeking a Supply Chain Assistant to join their established team. This role involves coordinating all aspects of supply chain operations, managing supplier relations, and ensuring timely production and shipments. The ideal candidate has proven experience in vendor relations, strong ERP knowledge, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a salary of £30,000 per annum and various benefits including holiday allowances and private medical insurance.

Benefits

20 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Free parking

Pension

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Working social events

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in international vendor relations or supply chain.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.
• Highly motivated with exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate supplier orders and manage payments.
• Liaise with freight forwarders and ensure compliance.
• Process goods receipts and maintain accurate stock records.

Skills

International vendor relations

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

International freight logistics

Job description

Supply Chain Assistant / Logistics Coordinator

Tonbridge

Office based – 8.30 am to 5 pm, Mon‑Fri.

£30,000 per annum

Benefits

• 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays (holiday allowance increases with years of service)
• Free parking
• Pension
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Working social events
• Ongoing training and development

About the role

Our client, a dynamic organisation, is seeking a dedicated Supply Chain Assistant to join their busy and established team in Tonbridge. This permanent role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a vibrant and supportive environment. You will use your ERP knowledge and international shipping skills to add value to this success‑driven and fun organisation and will work alongside a Supply Department Manager who will provide guidance and support.

Main Objective

As a Supply Chain Coordinator you will coordinate and support all aspects of the company's supply chain, purchasing and logistics processes. Your efforts will ensure timely production and shipment of orders, effective communication with suppliers, freight forwarders and 3PL warehousing providers, and seamless management of logistics operations within goods receipts, movements, adjustments and arrival times.

What you'll do

Supplier Relations / Management

• Generate and convey orders to international suppliers
• Manage supplier payments and chase overdue purchase orders
• Address supplier queries and resolve any issues promptly
• Check and approve vendor invoices

Freight Logistics

• Liaise with freight forwarders to track inbound shipments
• Ensure compliance with customs requirements by providing accurate shipment documents
• Oversee packing instructions and shipping documentation across multiple sites

Stock Control & System Maintenance

• Process goods receipts and maintain accurate records in the IT system
• Investigate stock discrepancies and assist in stock counts
• Monitor arrival dates and sales to coordinate internal assembly jobs

Third‑Party Logistics Coordination

• Notify 3PL partners of inbound goods and coordinate unloading dates
• Implement best practices and resolve storage or quality issues

Other Responsibilities

• Support colleagues within the Supply Chain team
• Act as the point of contact for stock availability and order arrival enquiries
• Generate IT system reports on departmental KPIs
• Undertake additional duties to enhance team efficiency

Qualifications & attributes

• Proven experience in international vendor relations/purchasing/supply chain or a related role
• ERP knowledge and strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel
• Conscientious and able to prioritise workload effectively
• Highly motivated with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communicator who remains calm under pressure
• Experienced in international freight logistics

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career within a supportive team environment. If you are passionate about supply chain coordination and eager to contribute to a thriving and fun organisation, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career? Send your CV online or email it to me (URL removed). We are looking forward to hearing from you.

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