At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage inventory systems to keep production lines running smoothly and efficiently.
- Company: Join a global leader in supply chain solutions with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, health cash plan, and holiday allowance.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for continuous improvement and teamwork.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while building strong customer relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience in inventory control or customer service, with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 29250 - 35750 £ per year.
Work Location: On-Site in Burton-Upon-Trent and Customer Sites
Job Type: Full-time
About the Role
Join Supply Technologies as a Kanban Coordinator and play a vital role in keeping customer production lines running efficiently. You'll manage Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) and Kanban systems on-site, ensuring critical components are available when needed while building strong customer relationships and delivering exceptional service. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and wants to make a real impact on operational performance.
What you will be doing:
- Manage part availability on site, ensuring on-time delivery and uninterrupted production by maintaining stock levels and preventing line stoppages.
- Build strong customer relationships, meet customer requirements, resolve issues, and communicate changing demand forecasts to internal teams.
- Conduct regular customer reviews and provide feedback to branch sales, purchasing, and operations teams.
- Maintain Kanban systems, including record updates, label printing, and processing amendments in line with company procedures.
- Monitor key performance metrics, including OTD, shortages, quality issues, and rejects, while promoting continuous improvement.
- Ensure the efficient operation, maintenance, and cleanliness of site equipment, Kanban racks, and bins.
- Adhere to company and customer health, safety, housekeeping, security, and compliance requirements.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation and work closely with office, warehouse, and operational teams to support a smooth and efficient operation.
What We're Looking For:
We'd love to hear from you if you have:
- Experience in Kanban, VMI, inventory control, supply chain, logistics, or customer service, preferably within the fasteners, supply chain, or automotive industry.
- Strong understanding of stock management and replenishment processes.
- Ability to maintain product availability and prevent production line stoppages.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to build strong customer relationships.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office; ERP/MRP system experience is desirable.
- High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Full UK driving licence preferred.
Why join Supply Technologies?
- Established global business
- Collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for career progression
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company Pension Scheme
- Health Cash Plan
- Holiday Allowance
About Supply Technologies
We believe in doing the right thing, acting with integrity and respect in everything we do. We are committed to continuous improvement, always looking for better ways to serve our customers, support our colleagues and drive success. We honour our commitments, communicate openly, and work together as one team, valuing diverse perspectives and helping each other achieve great results. Ultimately, we put customers first while balancing the long-term success of our business, because together, we win.
Kanban Coordinator employer: SUPPLY TECHNOLOGIES (UKGRP) LIMITED
As an Inside Sales Coordinator at our company, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. We offer comprehensive training programmes, competitive benefits, and a culture that values collaboration and innovation, all set in a vibrant location that fosters both personal and professional fulfilment. Join us to be part of a team that is dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a thriving community.
Contact Details:
SUPPLY TECHNOLOGIES (UKGRP) LIMITED Recruitment Team
