Supply Chain Coordinator

P+S Recruitment are pleased to be working on behalf of our client, who is currently recruiting for a Supply Chain Coordinator to join their team based in Great Yarmouth on a full-time, permanent basis.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including creating, maintaining and reviewing purchase orders.
• Monitor and manage the purchase order book, ensuring orders are placed and delivered in line with business requirements.
• Expedite outstanding orders by working closely with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and accurate information throughout the process.
• Track, trace and communicate order progress, delivery schedules and supplier updates to key stakeholders.
• Monitor and proactively manage stock levels across the other branches to maintain product availability.
• Identify and manage potential stock shortages, excess inventory and replenishment requirements.
• Coordinate and manage stock transfers between branches, identifying opportunities to reduce transfer frequency and volume.
• Work closely with suppliers to resolve account issues, including credit holds and stop statuses, to minimise disruption to operations.
• Collaborate with the Sales team to identify potential shortages, MOV and MOQ challenges, and proactively implement solutions.
• Maintain Certificates of Conformity and ensure accurate records and audit trails are kept.
• Coordinate and manage branch stock takes from planning through to completion and reconciliation.
• Review daily workload, prioritise activities and ensure critical tasks are completed effectively.
• Act as a key communication link between Sales, Purchasing, Warehousing and Suppliers to ensure alignment and efficient operations.
• Maintain accurate procurement, inventory and supplier records within Oracle and PIM systems.
• Provide general operational and administrative support, along with additional/ad hoc duties as required to meet business needs.

Person Specification:

• Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, stock control or operational coordination.
• Experience working with ERP systems (ideally OGL).
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Self-motivated and highly organised, able to multitask and work to tight deadlines.
• High focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proactive and able to use initiative.
• Team player with a flexible approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and Excel).
• Experience of supplier management and expediting activities (desired).

Working Hours & Benefits

• Monday – Friday.
• Company pension.
• Discounted or free food.
• Employee mentoring programme.
• Gym membership.
• Health & wellbeing programme.
• Private medical insurance.
• Referral programme.