Supply Chain Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Coventry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform in Coventry is seeking a Supply Chain and Logistics Specialist to manage order fulfilment and logistics coordination. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in supply chain roles, strong problem-solving skills, and knowledge of compliance regulations. The role includes customer support, inventory planning, and collaboration across departments. This position is full-time, permanent, and based in the UK.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of work experience in Supply Chain or Logistics.
• Good knowledge of Customs, regulations & compliance.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate order processing of all new orders.
• Coordinate fulfilment and logistical distribution of new orders.
• Support forecasting of products and monitor accuracy levels.

Skills

Customer-centric approach

Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Good teamwork and collaboration skills

Good communication and stakeholder skills

Good time management and attention to detail

Ability to adapt to changing circumstances

Education

University degree in Supply chain, Logistics or Business

Tools

ERP Systems

MS 365

JDE

SAP

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Supply Chain and Logistics Specialist

Duration: Permanent, full-time

Location: UK, Coventry

Reports to: Head of Supply Chain and Logistics

Responsibilities

Your core tasks will include:

Order fulfilment

• Ensure accurate order processing of all new orders within the ERP system
• Coordinate fulfilment and logistical distribution of new orders, from point of receipt of order to delivery to customer
• Customer support and communication

Logistics & Customs

• Coordination of deliveries from UK and EU sites
• Provide Customs support with imports and exports
• Compliance with UK/EU customs regulations and documentation management

Demand, Supply & Inventory planning

• Support forecasting of products
• Monitor forecast accuracy levels
• Control of stock and inventory levels

Strategy & reporting

• Alignment with business strategy and work on strategic initiatives
• Utilise KPI’s to analyse performance data
• Support continuous improvement activities

General

• Cross-functional collaboration with all departments
• Manage communication from shared mailboxes and channels
• Any other related duties, as required by the Head of Supply Chain and Logistics, and such other duties as are within the scope of the job purpose, the title of the post and its grading.

Qualifications

Your profile:

Experience

• 4+ years of work experience in Supply Chain or Logistics or similar position
• Good knowledge of Customs, regulations & compliance
• Good knowledge of ERP systems and MS 365 (knowledge in JDE or SAP is advantageous)
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies is advantageous

Skills

• Customer-centric approach
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Good teamwork and collaboration skills
• Good communication and stakeholder skills
• Good time management and attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, work well under pressure and with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Education

• University degree in Supply chain, Logistics or Business or equivalent qualification is desirable

Additional information

• You may be required to:
• Support wider operational activities from time to time
• Support or take a leading role in local or group-based projects and implementations
• Support other subsidiaries lead projects
• Occasionally travel to other sites