Supply Chain Coordinator

Tate; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic international catering business seeks a Supply Chain Coordinator to manage purchase orders, supplier communications, and invoicing processes. This role offers a remote-first culture and is ideal for organized, detail-oriented candidates with strong communication skills. Experience with Xero accounting software is desirable but not mandatory, as training is provided. Join a collaborative team that values innovation and long-term development.

Benefits

Remote-first culture

Growth opportunities

Collaborative team spirit

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with data.
• Experience with accounts payable and Xero accounting software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create, track, and manage purchase orders across multiple suppliers.
• Act as first contact for suppliers, ensuring smooth communication.
• Process invoices and match with purchase orders using Xero.
• Liaise to ensure products meet agreed specifications.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with suppliers.
• Record and analyse performance data to support KPIs.
• Attend meetings and contribute to process improvements.
• Occasionally travel to UK and European partners.

Skills

Organised and detail-oriented

Confident communicator

Experience with accounts payable

Familiarity with Excel

Additional languages (especially Spanish)

Tools

Xero accounting software

Job description

Overview

My client is a dynamic and fast-growing international business delivering tailored catering and supply chain solutions to the travel sector. Operating across Europe and Latin America, they combine global reach with a personal, agile approach. Offering bespoke services that meet the evolving needs of their customers.

They're now looking for a Supply Chain Coordinator to join their collaborative and forward-thinking team. This is more than just a job it's a chance to grow with a business that values innovation, inclusivity, and long-term development.

About the Role

As a Supply Chain Coordinator, you\'ll be at the heart of day-to-day operations, managing purchase orders, supplier communications, and invoicing processes. You\'ll help ensure everything runs smoothly across the supply chain while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

This role is ideal for someone who is:

• Organised and detail-oriented
• A confident communicator
• Comfortable working independently and remotely
• Excited by the idea of contributing to a growing international business

Experience with accounts payable and Xero accounting software is highly desirable, but not essential - training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

Why Join This Team

• Remote-first culture: Work from anywhere North Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire or Cambridgeshire, with regular coffee shop catch-ups to stay connected
• Inclusive team: Diverse perspectives are welcomed and celebrated
• Growth opportunities: Be part of a supportive, growth-oriented culture with long-term career development
• Global impact: Contribute to international operations across Europe and Latin America
• Collaborative spirit: Join a team that values curiosity, creativity, and continuous improvement

What You'll Be Doing

As a key member of the operations team, you\'ll be involved in a wide range of supply chain and service delivery activities. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Purchase Order Management: Create, track, and manage purchase orders across multiple suppliers and production units, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
• Supplier Communication & Coordination: Act as the first point of contact for suppliers and production partners, responding to queries promptly and professionally. You\'ll help maintain strong relationships and ensure smooth collaboration.
• Invoice Processing & Accounts Payable: Match supplier invoices with purchase orders using Xero accounting software, resolve discrepancies, and support the finance team with accurate data entry and reconciliation.
• Product Quality Assurance: Liaise with production units to ensure products meet agreed specifications. Investigate and follow up on any non-conformance issues to maintain high standards.
• Stock & Logistics Oversight: Monitor stock levels and coordinate with suppliers to ensure availability for production runs. You\'ll help optimise inventory and support logistics across UK and European routes.
• Performance Tracking & Reporting: Record and analyse supplier, caterer, warehouse, and customer performance data to support KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Operational Support & Collaboration: Attend internal meetings and contribute to team reviews, offering insights and ideas to improve processes. You\'ll also support the management team with administrative and analytical tasks.
• Occasional Travel: Visit UK and European supply chain partners for stock counts, relationship building, and operational reviews.

What We're Looking For

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with data
• Familiarity with Excel and Xero (preferred)
• Additional languages (especially Spanish) are a bonus!

If you\'re looking for a role where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a real impact, we\'d love to hear from you.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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