Supply Chain Coordinator

CBSbutler; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

CBSbutler is recruiting for a Supply Chain Coordinator to join its Belfast-based team. This on-site role supports a global manufacturing network, handling supplier performance, material availability and end-to-end flow of goods in a fast-paced, digitally enabled environment.

You will proactively identify supply risks, manage demand and forecasts, resolve supplier issues and drive continuous improvement in collaboration with cross-functional teams across international locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain, procurement or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of MRP and SAP in manufacturing or supply chain.
• Experience managing purchase orders, forecasts and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of suppliers daily, ensuring supply chain requirements are met.
• Identify supply risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Monitor demand, forecasts and orders to maintain material availability.
• Lead supplier recovery activities and coordinate internal/external teams.
• Maintain accurate MRP data and use SAP and other systems.
• Coordinate supplier working parties with Procurement and Quality.

Skills

Supplier management

MRP knowledge

SAP experience

Demand forecasting

Procurement experience

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Data analysis

Job description

Supply Chain Coordinator

Location: Belfast

Working Arrangement: Fully on-site

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading global organisation within its Supply Chain Operations team as a Supply Chain Coordinator, based in Belfast.

Operating within a complex, international supply chain supporting multiple manufacturing programmes, you will manage a portfolio of suppliers, taking responsibility for supplier performance, material availability and the smooth flow of goods throughout the end-to-end supply chain.

Working in a fast-paced, digitally enabled manufacturing environment, you will play a key role in identifying and mitigating supply risks, managing demand and forecasts, resolving supplier issues and ensuring operational requirements are met.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in supply chain, procurement or manufacturing who enjoys problem-solving, working with suppliers and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of suppliers on a day-to-day basis, monitoring performance and ensuring supply chain requirements are met.

• Proactively identify supply risks, anticipate potential disruptions and implement effective mitigation and recovery plans.

• Monitor demand, forecasts and order books to ensure material availability and minimise supply chain disruption.

• Manage supplier performance, challenging suppliers where necessary and driving corrective actions to improve delivery.

• Lead supplier recovery activities, coordinating internal teams and external suppliers to resolve issues and restore supply.

• Manage purchasing and ordering requirements, ensuring appropriate ordering strategies and stock levels are maintained.

• Maintain accurate MRP master data and manage order books using SAP and other supply chain systems.

• Prioritise supply chain requirements in line with operational and manufacturing demands.

• Act as the first point of contact for supply chain queries from internal operational teams.

• Build effective working relationships with suppliers, internal stakeholders and colleagues across international locations.

• Coordinate supplier working parties and collaborate with Procurement, Supply Chain Quality and Commercial teams.

• Use data management tools and digital solutions to support decision-making, automate processes and improve supply chain efficiency.

• Monitor and optimise procured goods stock, ensuring effective inventory management.

• Support supply chain transformation projects, continuous improvement initiatives and the implementation of LEAN methodologies.

Skills & Experience Required

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience within Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing Engineering or Design Engineering.

• Experience managing suppliers, supplier performance or material availability within a manufacturing environment.

• Strong understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and experience using SAP within manufacturing or supply chain operations.

• Experience managing purchase orders, order books, forecasts and inventory.

• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify supply chain risks and implement effective solutions.

• Experience using digital tools, data management systems or process automation to improve operational efficiency.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to communicate across all levels of the business.

• Experience working with international suppliers or within a global, cross-functional environment.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• A collaborative approach, with a proactive attitude towards continuous improvement.

Desirable Experience

• Project management experience.

• Knowledge or experience of LEAN methodologies.

• Experience leading supplier recovery plans or supplier improvement initiatives.

• Experience supporting supply chain transformation or digitalisation projects.

• Flexibility and willingness to travel to supplier locations when required.