Supply Chain Coordinator

TVS-SCS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A supply chain solutions provider is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator in Bristol. This role involves managing purchase orders, developing supplier relationships, and implementing cost-saving strategies. The ideal candidate is educated to A level standard, communicates effectively, and possesses negotiation skills. Competitive salary, pension scheme, and numerous employee benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and pension scheme

Holiday buy-back scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee referral scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Professional Membership and Study Sponsorship

Pass scheme for training

Qualifications

• Educated to 'A' level standard or equivalent.
• Ability to persuade and influence at all levels.
• Experience in international trade is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
• Build supplier relationships and manage performance.
• Develop a purchasing strategy focusing on cost down initiatives.

Skills

Effective communication

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving

Education

A level standard or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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This Supply Chain Coordinator role is working as part of a collaborative and motivated supply chain team at our office in Emersons Green, Bristol. The role contains supply chain and purchasing responsibilities with a key focus on driving value add to the business through procurement strategy. The desired candidate will demonstrate excellent commercial awareness whilst working in a dynamic and fast paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Purchase order management, ensure orders are acknowledged and delivered to the required date with a particular focus on expediting and de-expediting orders to maintain correct stock levels
• Supplier relationship management. Build partnerships with strategic suppliers and manage their performance to the required standards
• Develop and implement a purchasing strategy, focusing on cost down initiatives and value add, both internally and externally
• Lead supplier reviews on and off site
• Work cross functionally to resolve any queries when they arise. Departments include technical, warehouse and IT
• Accurate data input into internal ERP system, including quote maintenance and delivery information
• Interface with the client to manage product changes and obsolescence and work jointly with them on value-add projects

Qualifications and Skills

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

The ideal candidate will be educated to ‘A’ level standard or equivalent, you will also be an effective communicator at all levels who is resilient and able to think clearly and react appropriately when under pressure.

You will have the ability to persuade, influence and negotiate internally within TVS and externally with suppliers. You will be literate and numerate with a good attention to detail.

It is an advantage if you have a good working knowledge of ERP and are a competent user of Microsoft Word and Excel. Previous industry sector background is desirable but not essential with experience of international trade being advantageous.

In return for your hard work, we offer excellent career progression opportunities and a professional environment where you can acquire, use, and continue developing your skills.

Your package will include:

• Competitive Salary and pension scheme with life assurance
• Holiday buy-back scheme (5 additional days available)
• Employee Assistance Programme supporting wellness with immediate access to:
• GP consultation and second opinions
• Mental health support
• Financial and Legal support
• Wellbeing and healthy living support
• Employee referral scheme with financial reward
• Cycle to work scheme
• Professional Membership and Study Sponsorship
• Pass scheme (£100 to undertake training of your choice)

At TVS SCS we encourage and support our employees to realise their potential. They are empowered to take initiative and achieve high impact results that really make a difference to our business and our customers.

If you require any adjustments to allow you take a full and active part in the selection process, please notify us as part of your application. Please note TVS Supply Chain Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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