Supply Chain Coordinator in Birmingham

• Work with suppliers to coordinate arrival of raw materials
• Work with shipping partners and carriers to update ETAs
• Schedule material transport and work alongside carriers across the UK
• Oversee and manage carrier performance and work with senior leadership to solve issues around transport
• Assist manager with production schedules and raw material plan
• Ensure material availability and ensure risks are minimised and potential shortages are identified early
• ERP System updates and track process of material throughout the supply chain
• Central point of contact across suppliers, logistics partners, warehouse and production teams; identify risks and propose proactive mitigation strategies

Key Skills:

• Practical experience with production and transport planning in a manufacturing setting is advantageous but not essential
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing/continuous improvement and S&OP or demand forecasting processes
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate data-driven recommendations
• Positive and proactive attitude to development