Supply Chain Coordinator

Adecco; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is searching for a proactive Materials Planner to join their planning and procurement team in Lincoln. The successful candidate will coordinate the delivery of raw materials to ensure smooth production operations. Candidates with experience in supply chain coordination and strong Excel skills are encouraged to apply. Join a supportive team that values innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Supportive work culture

Commitment to sustainability

Qualifications

• Experience in materials planning or supply chain coordination.
• Proven strong Excel skills including pivot tables and lookups.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and raise purchase orders for raw materials based on production forecasts.
• Coordinate deliveries and collections to ensure timely intake.
• Liaise with teams to maintain efficient material flow.

Skills

Materials planning

Supply coordination

Inventory management

Strong Excel skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Tools

ERP/business systems

Job description

We're looking for a proactive and detail-focused Materials Planner to join our planning and procurement team. This role is vital to ensuring our production site runs smoothly by coordinating the timely delivery and availability of raw materials.

If you have experience in materials planning, supply coordination, or inventory management within a manufacturing or FMCG environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and raise purchase orders for raw materials based on production forecasts.
• Coordinate deliveries and collections to ensure timely intake and avoid stock shortages.
• Liaise with intake, production, and logistics teams to maintain efficient material flow.
• Participate in planning meetings and flag potential supply issues.
• Manage inter-site transfers and optimise use of short-dated stock.
• Maintain supplier relationships and handle import documentation.
• Upload pricing data and resolve invoice queries.
• Support stock control and system reconciliations.
• Provide cover for planning and procurement roles when required.

What You'll Bring

• Experience in materials planning or supply chain coordination.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups) and familiarity with ERP/business systems.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive mindset and willingness to learn and grow.

Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a team that values quality, sustainability, and innovation. We offer development opportunities, a supportive work culture, and a commitment to ethical and environmentally conscious practices.

Apply Today

Ready to take the next step in your planning career? Apply now and help us keep our production running at its best.

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