Supply Chain Operative (Mandarin Speaking)

Project Kahn; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Supply Chain Operative, where your expertise will support dynamic Buying and R&D teams. This role demands a proactive individual with a strong background in supply chain management and excellent communication skills, including fluency in Mandarin. You will be at the forefront of sourcing new suppliers, negotiating with vendors, and ensuring smooth order processing. With a focus on detail and efficiency, you will play a vital role in maintaining relationships with third-party companies and resolving stock-related issues. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven Supply Chain experience is essential.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Buying and R&D teams with supply chain operations.
• Communicate with vendors and negotiate pricing.
• Process orders and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Communication Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Fluent Mandarin

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Discipline

Tools

Zoho Inventory

MS Office

Job description

Job Description:

As Supply Chain Operative, you will be responsible for supporting the work of the Buying and R&D Teams, with proven Supply Chain experience, ideally complemented by a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline. You will be tenacious, have outstanding communication skills including fluent written and spoken Mandarin, exemplary attention to detail, be IT literate, and excel at time management. Experience with contract processing is highly advantageous.

Job responsibilities include:

1. Use of supply chain tools and systems, primarily Zoho Inventory.
2. Communication with vendors (domestic / overseas) including pricing negotiations.
3. Location of new suppliers.
4. Ordering and assessment of samples.
5. Assisting R&D and Buying teams in ordering and bringing new products into stock.
6. Setting up newly introduced products at the system level.
7. Processing shipping documents.
8. Arranging sea and air shipments with chosen logistics suppliers.
9. Order processing and creation of purchase orders.
10. Maintaining in-house records accurately.
11. Liaising internally within Supply Chain and with other departments to resolve stock-related issues.
12. Maintaining and developing relationships with third party companies.
13. Placing orders online.
14. Liaising with the Sales Team and other members of staff on their Supply Chain-related enquiries.
15. Acquiring a comprehensive, working understanding of the functioning of Supply Chain.
16. Using relevant computer software including, for example MS Office.
17. Investigating, understanding and resolving the problems and errors which may arise in the course of your work.
18. Performing general administrative tasks related to Supply Chain.