Supply Chain Co-Ordinator

Office Angels; Tonbridge and Malling; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Tonbridge is seeking a Supply Chain Co-ordinator to manage international vendor relations and logistics operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity within a vibrant team, focusing on supply chain coordination, effective communication with suppliers, and ensuring timely production. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and possess ERP knowledge. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are provided.

Benefits

20 days holiday + BH

Free parking

Pension

Private medical

Life assurance

Working socials events

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Proven skills in international vendor management.
• Experience with supply chain and logistics operations.
• Ability to prioritize workload effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Calm under pressure with excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate supply chain, purchasing, and logistics processes.
• Manage supplier relations and address queries.
• Track inbound shipments and ensure customs compliance.
• Oversee stock control and maintain accurate records.
• Support the Supply Chain team with additional duties.

Skills

International vendor relations

International freight logistics

ERP knowledge

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Job description

Supply Chain Co-ordinator

Tonbridge • Office based - 8.30-5pm, Mon‑Fri • £c30,000 per annum

Excellent benefits; 20 days holiday + BH (holiday allowance increasing with years’ service), free parking, pension, private medical, life assurance, working socials events and ongoing training and development.

Our client, a dynamic organisation is looking for a dedicated Supply Chain Co‑ordinator 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. Use your ERP knowledge and international shipping skills to really add value to this successful and fun organisation! Working alongside a Supply Department Manager you will have guidance and assistance within this busy role.

Main Objective

As a Supply Chain Co‑ordinator, you will play a crucial role in coordinating and supporting 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 (Third Party Logistics) 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 job

Third Party Logistics Coordination

• Notify 3PL partners of inbound goods and coordinate unloading dates.
• Implement best practises 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.

What we are looking for

• Proven skills in a role dealing with international vendor relations/purchasing/supply chain, international freight logistics, or of similar relevancy.
• ERP knowledge and Microsoft Office.
• Conscientious and able to prioritise workload effectively.
• Highly motivated with exceptional attention to detail.
• An excellent communicator who is calm under pressure.
• Experienced in international vendor relations and 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 today online, or send to me (url removed).

This role is being managed by Debbie Foster - Tunbridge Wells - Office Angels (phone number removed).

Equal Opportunities

Office Angels is an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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