At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage end-to-end supply chain activities and coordinate production schedules.
- Company: Gap Personnel is a leading employment business in Cheshire's manufacturing sector.
- Benefits: Pay ranges from £32,000 to £34,000 depending on experience.
- Other info: Working hours are Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm, Friday 8am - 1pm.
- Why this job: Immediate start with opportunities for permanent placement.
- Qualifications: Experience in supply chain within manufacturing, preferably food manufacturing.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 34000 £ per year.
Gap Personnel who operate as an employment business are recruiting for a Supply Chain Coordinator.
Ongoing work with permanent opportunities for the right candidate.
Location: Nantwich CW5
Working hours: Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm, Friday 8am - 1pm
Pay: £32,000 - £34,000 DOE
An excellent opportunity to start with one of Cheshire's leading manufacturing factories.
Key Responsibilities- Manage end-to-end supply chain activities, including raising and processing purchase orders for raw materials, packaging, and consumables.
- Plan and coordinate production schedules to align raw material availability with manufacturing requirements and finished goods dispatch.
- Manage inbound logistics (raw material deliveries) and outbound logistics (dispatch of finished goods to customers).
- Prepare dispatch documentation, book transport, liaise with hauliers, and monitor delivery performance.
- Maintain strong supplier relationships, managing lead times, chasing late deliveries, and resolving shortages.
- Liaise closely with Production, Technical/Quality, and Dispatch to ensure the smooth movement of goods throughout the facility.
- Track supply chain KPIs such as stock levels, order accuracy, lead times, and delivery performance.
- Identify and resolve supply chain issues quickly and effectively.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, traceability, and regulatory requirements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within ordering, stock control, and logistical processes.
- Handle ad-hoc parcel dispatch requests, including packaging, labelling, courier booking, and tracking.
- Previous experience working within the supply chain of a manufacturing business (food manufacturing experience highly desirable).
- Good understanding of production and planning environments, logistics, dispatch, and inventory control.
- Strong planning, organisational, and coordination skills.
- Confident communicator, able to work effectively with suppliers, transport providers, and internal teams.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and/or ERP/supply chain systems.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- A proactive problem-solver who can work well under pressure.
- Enthusiastic, reliable, and a strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude.
The role is due to start immediately for the successful candidate.
Send your CV to crewe@gap-personnel.com or call 01270 581 888.
Supply Chain Coordinator in Nantwich employer: gap personnel
Gap Personnel operates in Nantwich, CW5, offering ongoing work with potential for permanent roles. The team focuses on supporting the manufacturing industry, ensuring efficient supply chain operations.
We think you need these skills to ace Supply Chain Coordinator in Nantwich
Supply Chain Management
Purchase Order Processing
Production Scheduling
Logistics Management
Supplier Relationship Management
KPI Tracking
Problem-Solving Skills