Supply Chain Coordinator at Derby, Derbyshire

Supply Chain Coordinator

Location: Derby

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Permanent position

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Supply Chain Coordinator to join our busy Supply Chain team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has strong administrative, logistics, and supplier management skills.

Supporting the Supply Chain, Planning, and Buying teams, you will play a key role in coordinating inbound and outbound logistics, managing supplier communications, monitoring purchase orders, and ensuring stock and supply chain processes run efficiently across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain & Logistics

• Coordinate internal booking processes with hauliers, suppliers, and depots.
• Manage inbound and outbound deliveries to ensure goods arrive on time and in full.
• Process and maintain purchase order requests (PORs) and monitor delivery schedules.
• Manage supplier non-arrival and shortage reports across all depots.
• Coordinate contract beef allocations in line with business requirements.
• Manage missing CMRs and dispatch documentation for operational accounts.

Supplier & Performance Management

• Liaise with suppliers to ensure orders are fulfilled and delivered as required.
• Maintain supplier quotations within the company's MRP system.
• Collate and prepare supplier performance data and reports for the Buying team.
• Support departments with claims management, short weights, and contract confirmations.
• Maintain specification and non-conformance records.

Stock & Equipment Control

• Manage and reconcile returnable equipment across all depots.
• Oversee Tosca returnable tray stock management.
• Support stock control activities to ensure accuracy and efficiency throughout the supply chain.
• Work closely with the Supply Chain Stock Control Team Leader to promote a positive and solutions-focused team culture.

Additional Duties

• Coordinate blast freezing and tempering requirements to support operational needs.
• Book cold store intakes onto the MRP system and maintain accurate records for audit purposes.
• Analyse supplier traceability information for contract beef deliveries.
• Manage cold store releases and update stock transfers within the MRP system.

About You

We are looking for someone who can thrive under pressure, manage competing priorities, and build strong working relationships with colleagues and suppliers.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Excellent communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive and flexible approach to work.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a supply chain, logistics, stock control, purchasing, or planning role.
• Experience using MRP or ERP systems.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary of £30,000 per year
• Stable Monday to Friday working pattern (8:00am - 5:00pm)
• Opportunity to develop within a fast-growing and dynamic business
• Be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and continuous improvement

Compliance & Development

All employees are expected to:

• Comply with all legal, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Actively support company initiatives and values.
• Take responsibility for their own health and safety and that of others.
• Participate in ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties required to support the business.

For more information please call Gi Group Derby on 01332410070.

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