Supply Chain Coordinator
Location: Newbury
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm or 9:00am-5:00pm
Contract: 12 Month Maternity Cover
Travel: Monthly travel to Oxfordshire required
Full UK Driving Licence Essential
We are looking for a proactive and organised Logistics Operations Coordinator to join our team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with logistics operational experience who enjoys problem-solving, working with multiple stakeholders, and driving continuous improvement.
A key part of the role will be managing the relationship with our Third-Party Logistics (3 PL) provider, ensuring daily operations run smoothly, service levels are maintained, and inventory accuracy is upheld across multiple systems. You will act as a central point of contact between internal teams and the 3 PL partner, helping to resolve issues, improve processes, and ensure operational excellence.
What You'll Be Doing
- Acting as the key contact for our 3 PL warehouse provider, building strong working relationships and ensuring operational priorities are met.
- Monitoring daily logistics activities and resolving operational challenges as they arise.
- Reviewing performance metrics and service levels to ensure targets are achieved.
- Maintaining accurate inventory records across systems and investigating stock discrepancies.
- Supporting supply chain planning activities and helping to resolve delivery and stock-related issues.
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and overall operational performance.
- Maintaining and updating process documentation, SOPs, and training materials.
- Supporting inventory compliance, quality processes, and regulatory requirements.
- Working closely with internal departments to support business initiatives and product launches.
- Providing general operational and administrative support across the logistics function.
About You
- Previous experience within logistics, supply chain, warehouse operations, manufacturing, or a similar operational environment.
- Experience working with or managing relationships with 3 PL providers would be highly advantageous.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
- Experience working within a regulated environment would be beneficial.
- Knowledge of ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or similar would be advantageous.
Additional Requirements
- Full UK driving licence required.
- Willingness to travel to Oxfordshire approximately once per month.
- Comfortable working in a fully office-based environment.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and supportive team where you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of logistics operations while gaining exposure to a broad range of supply chain and operational activities.
Supply Chain Coordinator in Newbury employer: Confidential
As a leading employer in the data centre operations sector, we offer an exceptional work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and accountability, while our commitment to safety and operational excellence ensures that you will be part of a team that values your contributions. With opportunities for international travel and the chance to lead critical operations across the EMEA region, this role provides a unique platform for impactful leadership and career advancement.
