Supply Chain Coordinator

TVS-SCS; Chorley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supply chain solutions company in Chorley is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator to manage purchase orders, resolve supplier inquiries, and collaborate with internal departments. The ideal candidate will have ‘A’ level education, strong communication skills, and experience in international trade is advantageous. The role offers competitive salary, hybrid work options, and several employee benefits including pension contributions and wellness support.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Pension scheme up to 6% match

Life assurance

25 Days Holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays

Holiday buy-back scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional Membership sponsorship

Pass scheme for training

Quarterly recognition awards

Employee referral scheme

Retail discounts

Discounted eye test vouchers

Qualifications

• Educated to ‘A’ level standard or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively and manage pressure.
• Experience in international trade is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely purchase orders are placed with suppliers.
• Liaise with warehouse and transport providers.
• Compile and analyze ad hoc reports.

Skills

Effective communication

Persuasion and negotiation

Attention to detail

Education

‘A’ level standard or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Overview

This Supply Chain Coordinator role is working as part of a collaborative and motivated supply chain team at our head office on Buckshaw Village in Chorley.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensuring purchase orders are placed on suppliers in a timely manner
• Resolving enquiries in relation to the supply of products
• Liaising with warehouse employees and third party transport providers, ensuring any identified issues are resolved in a timely manner
• Expedite / De-expedite products from suppliers
• Ensure responses are accurately loaded to internal ERP, inventory and demand planning software and ensure the appropriate stock levels and back order fulfilment
• Work collaboratively with internal departments such as the reporting, planning, purchasing and technical teams
• Lead or participate in supplier meetings to drive improvements in performance
• Compilation of ad hoc reports / ad hoc data input
• Make recommendations for process improvements based on knowledge / experience

Qualifications and Skills

Client Specific Tasks which may include :

• Customer delivery, returns and warranty management
• Repairable management
• Loading system data
• Plant equipment stock management
• Depot resupply orders
• Keying customer demands providing acknowledgement and highlighting discrepancies
• Periodic stock takes

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
• Pension scheme with up to 6% employer matched contributions
• Life assurance
• 25 Days Holiday (plus 8 statutory Bank Holidays)
• Holiday buy-back scheme (5 additional days available)
• Established hybrid working structure
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• 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
• Online Dentist consultations
• Cycle to work scheme
• Professional Membership and Study Sponsorship
• Pass scheme (£100 per year to undertake training of your choice)
• Quarterly employee recognition awards
• Employee referral scheme with financial reward
• Benefits hub with employee retail discounts
• Discounted eye test vouchers

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.

TVS have signed the Armed Forces covenant and are a forces friendly employer.