Supply Chain Coordinator (Inventory)

Job title:

Supply Chain Coordinator (Inventory)

Company

Zertus UK & Ireland

Job description

Overview:Inventory CoordinatorZertus UK & IrelandThe successful candidate will use our MRP system (QAD) and follow action messages, to raise purchase orders, send schedules out to suppliers, advise the planning team of any projected component shortages. Attend a weekly stock call to talk through projected component shortages.Position type: Full-time, PermanentHours: 37.5Shift Pattern: Monday – Friday, 08:30 – 16:30Breaks: 30 minutesHybrid role: 2 days office-based, 3 days home-based (fully office-based while training). Responsibilities:System Management

• Own the review and actioning of all system-generated messages, ensuring alignment with MRP settings, production plans, and inventory targets.
• Be the first line of defense when discrepancies arise, escalating where item planning data doesn’t meet business needs or flexibility requirements.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure the accuracy of all system management activities, promoting seamless operations and correct behaviors across teams.
• Collaborate with Procurement to ensure MRP system reflects real-world conditions and reflects reality in the business.

Inventory Scheduling

• Proactively raise and manage Purchase Orders (POs), ensuring they are placed on time and escalated when overdue.
• Leverage MRP systems to confirm all PO/CO lines for delivery within 72 hours and tackle any overdue deliveries head-on.
• Oversee the booking, scheduling, and reporting of all inbound deliveries to ensure everything is perfectly aligned with due dates.
• Guarantee that PO due dates and quantities reflect the reality on the ground, enabling an effective OTIF process.

Inventory Management

• Own raw material and packaging stock shortage reports, proactively addressing any production risks and driving actions to resolve them.
• Coordinate with all supply chain functions to ensure timely stock returns to suppliers.
• Analyse and tackle material deviations, ensuring swift corrective actions are in place to minimise production disruptions.
• Work hand-in-hand with Planning, Procurement, and Operations teams to monitor and manage inventory levels, time management, and inbound delivery conflicts.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and 3PL partners to ensure lead times are met and stock levels are under control, addressing any issues that arise.

Reporting

• Drive the preparation of weekly stock dashboards and key reports for senior management, providing crucial insights into inventory health.
• Ensure timely resolution of invoice queries, and manage short-dated stock distribution, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Own month-end and year-end reporting, contributing valuable insights for continuous process improvements.
• Create, update, and enhance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for process changes and improvements.

Team

• Attend key meetings, both internal and external, ensuring actions are completed and cross-team goals are met.
• Work closely with internal teams, 3PL partners, and suppliers to create an efficient and responsive supply chain ecosystem.

Qualifications:

• Excellent organisational skills and experience in an administrative function.
• Experience in materials management/control processes within a manufacturing environment
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Effective and responsive decision making
• Good knowledge of Excel is required, to assist with maintaining and developing key reporting tools
• Good analytical and numerical skills together with the ability to communicate effectively and build highly effective relationships with key cross functional personnel
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems is desirable
• A natural team player, with a proactive, collaborative approach with an ability to motivate others.
• Ability to cultivate, understand and anticipate the needs of the customer and to provide effective solutions and recommendations.
• Can do approach and open to change.
• Ability to document processes
• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines in a fast paced dynamic business, handling conflicting demands.

Rewards Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Pension (4% Employer Contributions)
• Life Assurance Scheme at x4 basic salary.
• Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare (Dental, Optical, Shiropdy, Professional Therapy, Counselling cover), along with access to Paycare Perks for exclusive high street and retailer discounts.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme up to one extra week per year
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Engagement in Charity and Team Events
• Receive an extra day of paid leave for charity or community service.
• Access exclusive discounts through our staff/online shops.
• Employee Values Awards
• Referral Bonus Vouchers
• Training and Development Opportunities (Leadership courses, External qualifications, Professional memberships)
• Access to London Hub Space in Camden: Benefit from a dedicated London Hub space.
• Join our ongoing commitment to our ESG strategy, prioritizing the well-being of our people, communities, and the planet.
• Grocery Aid Charity Support

At Zertus, we value your well-being and professional growth, offering a comprehensive array of rewards and benefits to enrich your work experience. About Us:Zertus UK & Ireland comprises three distinguished entities – Humdinger Foods, Kinnerton Confectionery, and Lir Chocolates. Our expertise spans the manufacturing of a diverse range of snacks and chocolates, with multiple facilities and offices strategically positioned throughout the UK and Ireland. With a commitment to innovation, we strive to craft products that captivate and delight our customers. As the UK & Irish division of Zertus GmbH, headquartered in Hamburg and boasting a workforce of over 2000 employees across Europe, we are part of a dynamic and expansive global network.When you join Zertus, you will be based at one of our Humdinger, Kinnerton, Bromborough or Lir Chocolates UK/ Ireland locations, unless your role is hybrid/home-based.Our manufacturing Locations: Heckington, Sherburn-in-Elmet, Fakenham, Bromborough, Navan (Ireland). We have a hot-desking office space in Hull (East Yorkshire) and also in Camden, London. Application & Interview Process:Zertus is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Your application will be reviewed as part of our selection process. If you’re shortlisted, a member of our Recruitment or HR team will contact you by phone or email (please check your junk mail). From there, if you advance, your application will be shared with the hiring manager for further review. If selected, you will be invited to a remote and onsite interview, which may be one or two stages and could include a factory tour.Please let us know if you require any special arrangements or adjustments to be made for your interview by speaking with the Talent Acquisition team at application stage. The provision of this information is likely to include special category data and is therefore covered by data protection laws. We ask for this information so that we are fully aware of any adjustments needed and we will use the information provided to inform our decisions about making those changes.

Expected salary

Location

East Riding of Yorkshire

Job date

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 07:22:08 GMT

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