Supply Chain Co-Ordinator

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are actively looking to engage proactive and analytical Supply Chain Co-Ordinator to join our Procurement & Supply Chain team based in Nottingham.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career procurement professional to develop their expertise in international sourcing, supplier management, and commodity purchasing. The new role as a Supply Chain Co-Ordinator is based in Nottingham on a hybrid basis!</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Client Details</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">My client is a well-established and growing business with an annual turnover of approximately £175 million, specialising in the sourcing and supply of raw commodities from global markets. With an extensive international supplier network, the company imports key materials from regions across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, ensuring a reliable and sustainable supply chain for its customers. You will join a close-knit team who play a key role in supporting the procurement of raw commodities—sourced from suppliers across the globe—ensuring continuity of supply, cost-effectiveness, and quality in line with company standards.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Description</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">As a Supply Chain Co-Ordinator you will report into the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager on a daily basis.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">You will be responsible for the following areas for responsibility across the Nottinghamshire office:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Support the commercial sourcing, purchasing and worldwide logistics & distribution of raw commodities (e.g. agricultural, food, or commodity oils) from international suppliers.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Plan, schedule, and oversee export and import shipments with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and transport providers. Ensuring cargo is booked, loaded, and shipped according to customer and business</span></li>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements across a variety of different INCOTerms.</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, cost fluctuations, and new supplier opportunities.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Assist with supplier selection, negotiation, and performance management to ensure reliability and quality.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Work closely with logistics, finance, and quality teams to coordinate import, export and shipping schedules, shipping documentation, and customs compliance.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, contracts, and supplier data within our ERP systems.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Monitor commodity prices, exchange rates, and global market developments to support strategic sourcing decisions.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Support senior buyers in developing and implementing procurement strategies for assigned commodity categories.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ensure compliance with all ethical sourcing, sustainability, and corporate responsibility standards.</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">The Ideal Candidate</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The successful candidate will have experience within the procurement market for commodities. The Supply Chain Co-Ordinator will have the following skills and experience:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>2+ years’ experience in Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics or Buying within the commodities or food industry, specifically dealing with commodities manufacturers or agricultural producers.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experience of pricing & planning air, ocean or road freight within a freight forwarding or supply chain environment.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Knowledge of the food, ingredients and commodity categories would be advantageous.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Excellent commercial acumen and analytical skills</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ability to identify and evaluate suppliers based on</span></li>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements, price, quality, speed and service.</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Commutable to Nottinghamshire on a hybrid basis.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Knowledge of shipping through various INCOTerms is extremely advantageous.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Degree or professional qualification in Supply Chain Management (CIPS) would be advantageous, but not essential.</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">What's On Offer?</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>£35,000-£40,000</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Annual bonus of circa 15%-30%</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>32 days annual leave</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Comprehensive company benefits account.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Large opportunities to progress knowledge and job banding</span></li>

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