Supply Chain Co-ordinator

KeolisAmey DLR; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Tram Travel

25 days holiday

Discounts at major retailers

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Wellbeing resources

Career development support

Job summary

KeolisAmey Metrolink is seeking a proactive Supply Chain Coordinator for a 9-12 month maternity cover contract. You will support procurement strategy, supplier management and inventory forecasting to ensure timely delivery of parts and equipment for a high-performing rail operation.

The role involves import/export coordination and close collaboration with the Stock & Supply Chain Manager. Ideal candidates will have procurement certification (CIPS) or willingness to pursue, experience in a

Qualifications

• Certification in procurement (e.g., CIPS) or willingness to work towards it.
• Experience in a complex supply chain environment.
• Understanding of procurement processes including ERP/WMS systems.
• Knowledge of transport/rail industry delivery is desirable.
• Experience in contract compliance and managing business risk is desirable.
• Able to work in a process-driven environment with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist the SSCM and procurement in developing and executing purchasing strategies across Engineering disciplines.
• Build strong supplier relationships and regularly review performance, cost and reliability.
• Use forecasting tools to check stock demand and analyze data for buying decisions.
• Create and manage purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of products.
• Collaborate with Stores to monitor stock levels and maintain inventory.
• Coordinate with departments to ensure items are purchased at the right time and manage replacements.
• Lead import/export management and support improvements with 3rd party logistics providers.
• Be the main contact for internal PPE requests and manage supplier purchasing.

Skills

Forecasting tools

ERP/WMS familiarity

Rail/transport procurement

Analytical skills

Supplier relationship management

Contract compliance

Education

Procurement Certification (CIPS)

Job description

The Vacancy

Join our team at KeolisAmey Metrolink (KAM), the largest light rail network in the UK!

We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Supply Chain Coordinator to join our team and play a vital role in ensuring the right materials, parts, and equipment are available when they're needed most.

Working alongside our Stock & Supply Chain Manager (SSCM), you'll have the chance to influence processes, drive continuous improvement, and make a visible impact on the performance of a critical public transport operation.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong supplier relationships, solving problems, analysing data, and making a tangible contribution to a high-performing operational environment. If you're organised, collaborative, and thrive in a fast-paced setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note, this is a maternity cover contract expected to last 9-12 months.

Key accountabilities will include:

• Assist the SSCM and procurement department in developing and executing purchasing strategies across all Engineering disciplinaries within the organisation.
• Build strong supplier relationships and regularly review performance, cost and reliability to help drive quality, efficiency and value across the supply chain.
• Using forecasting tools to check stock demand for upcoming orders and analyse purchasing and inventory data to inform buying decisions and strategies, performing cost-benefit analysis to support strategic sourcing decisions and negotiations.
• Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of products.
• Working closely with the Stores team to monitor stock levels and assist in maintaining optimal inventory to meet demand.
• Collaborate with different departments to ensure the right items are purchased at the right time, including managing replacement products and removing outdated stock.

• Working closely with department technicians, understanding repairs requirements, managing parts system movements, and all supplier coordination, including import & export activity
• Taking the lead within import/export management, assisting with ongoing improvements to include 3rd party logistics providers.
• Be the main point of contact for internal PPE requests, manage the purchasing from suppliers and tracking through the system.

What you'll bring:

• Certification in Procurement (e.g., CIPS or similar) or willing to work towards with relevant experience.
• Experience working within a complex supply chain environment, or a similar role is required.
• An understanding of procurement processes including familiarity with ERP/WMS systems.
• Knowledge of the transport, or rail industry, with a focus on delivery is desirable.
• Experience of working within contract compliance and assessing/minimising business risk is desirable.
• An understanding of a complex material supply chain environment with safety critical implications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Experience of working within a process driven environment, with the ability to manage own workload.
• Strong attention to detail to maintain accuracy in sourcing and procurement processes.

What we will offer you:

• Salary is £31,140 per annum
• Maternity cover 9-12 months, full-time 37.5 hrs per week
• Free Tram Travel for all our colleagues, plus a sponsored pass for an immediate family member.
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Access to Amazing Discounts at major retailers including Asda, Currys PC World, John Lewis and many more.
• Family Friendly Policies including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Wellbeing Support including a free counselling, health checks and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Supporting your development focusing on career pathways and professional fees covered if required for role.

The closing date for applications:

16th September 2026

Our Commitment to you:

At KAM, we celebrate the diversity of our customers, communities, and colleagues, and strive for a workforce which is equitable, inclusive, and representative of the communities we serve, and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, and sexual orientation to apply. We look forward to receiving your application.

We live our values of "We Care, We Commit, We Imagine" through our behaviours and we strongly believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and create an environment where individuals can imagine that anything is possible. We care about our people, and we fully commit to creating an inclusive environment where our people feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

We recognise the importance of flexibility in the workplace and where possible, we will do our best to consider alternative working patterns or flexible arrangements to help you balance work and life in a way that works for you and the business.

What we will need to check:

• Proof of address.
• Evidence of right to work in the UK.
• References from previous employment or studies from the last 3 years
• Pre-employment medical (level subject to role).
• Criminal Records self‑declaration check, in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).

The Company

KeolisAmey Metrolink (KAM) is the largest light rail network in the UK. Growing and evolving since first opening in 1992. Metrolink have so far expanded to 103km of track, 99 stops and 147 trams, with a target of 52 million yearly passengers by the end of 2022.

We recognise and celebrate the diversity of our customers, communities and colleagues and strive for a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and society at large.

The Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus Bank holidays
• Free Metrolink Travel
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Discounts at most major retailers
• Free wellbeing resources