Supply Chain Coordinator

Alexander Steele Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Steele Recruitment is partnering with a food manufacturing business to recruit a Supply Chain Coordinator. This role focuses on ensuring smooth flow of materials, inventory and products across the supply chain.

Based in the UK with a hybrid working pattern (Mon-Fri, 8am-4.30pm, 1 day home), the position offers exposure to purchasing, demand forecasting, supplier management and continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Materials Planning or Procurement.
• Experience in food manufacturing, FMCG or manufacturing environment desirable.
• Strong organisational and planning abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient with Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing of raw materials, packaging and external services.
• Support demand forecasting and inventory planning to ensure material availability.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Obtain quotations and negotiate pricing, contracts and service agreements.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs across purchasing, warehousing and distribution.
• Coordinate material planning to optimise stock levels and minimise waste.
• Develop contingency plans to reduce supply chain risks and maintain continuity of supply.
• Assist with sourcing activities for new product development projects.
• Track and report supply chain KPIs and propose improvements.
• Collaborate with Production, Operations, Quality and other departments to meet business objectives.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality and health & safety standards.

Skills

Supply Chain

Purchasing

Materials Planning

Procurement

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Thinking

Tools

Excel

Job description

Monday - Friday , 8am - 4.30pm (1 day Working from home)

Alexander Steele is delighted to be supporting a food manufacturing business in the search for a Supply Chain Coordinator.

This is an excellent opportunity for a supply chain professional to join a growing food manufacturing business and play a key role in ensuring the smooth flow of materials, inventory, and products throughout the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the purchasing of raw materials, packaging, and external services.
• Support demand forecasting and inventory planning to ensure material availability.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Obtain quotations and negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs across purchasing, warehousing, and distribution activities.
• Coordinate material planning to optimise stock levels and minimise waste.
• Develop contingency plans to reduce supply chain risks and maintain continuity of supply.
• Assist with sourcing activities for new product development projects.
• Track and report supply chain KPIs, recommending improvements where required.
• Work closely with Production, Operations, Quality, and other internal departments to ensure business objectives are achieved.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain function.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and health & safety standards.
• Maintain awareness of industry developments and supply chain best practices.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within a Supply Chain, Purchasing, Materials Planning, or Procurement role.
• Experience within food manufacturing, FMCG, or a manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Strong organisational and planning abilities.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to negotiate effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.