Supply Chain Coordinator
Location: Buckshaw Village, Chorley
Purpose of the Role
Working as part of a collaborative and motivated supply chain team at our head office in Buckshaw Village, Chorley, the Supply Chain Coordinator will support the effective management of supplier orders, inventory, customer demands and deliveries, helping to ensure excellent service and operational performance.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
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Ensure purchase orders are placed with suppliers promptly and efficiently.
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Resolve enquiries relating to product supply, availability and delivery.
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Liaise with warehouse teams and third-party transport providers to resolve operational issues.
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Expedite or defer supplier deliveries to meet business and customer requirements.
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Maintain accurate data within ERP, inventory and demand planning systems, ensuring appropriate stock levels and effective back-order fulfilment.
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Collaborate with reporting, planning, purchasing and technical teams to support supply chain operations.
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Lead or participate in supplier meetings to improve performance and service delivery.
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Prepare ad hoc reports, complete data entry and recommend process improvements.
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Support client-specific activities, including customer deliveries, returns, warranty and repairable management.
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Manage system data, plant equipment stock, depot resupply orders and customer demand acknowledgements, highlighting any discrepancies.
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Participate in periodic stock takes and other inventory management activities.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
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Educated to A-level standard or equivalent.
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Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues, suppliers and other stakeholders.
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Resilient, organised and able to think clearly and respond appropriately under pressure.
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Confident in influencing, persuading and negotiating with internal teams and external suppliers.
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Good literacy, numeracy and attention to detail.
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Competent user of Microsoft Word and Excel, with ERP system knowledge being advantageous.
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Previous experience in the relevant industry sector is desirable but not essential; international trade experience would be an advantage.
What We Offer
We provide a professional working environment with excellent opportunities for career progression and skills development. Our benefits package includes:
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Competitive salary.
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Pension scheme with up to 6% employer-matched contributions and life assurance.
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25 days' annual leave plus eight statutory bank holidays, with the option to buy up to five additional days.
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Established hybrid working arrangements.
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Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
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Employee Assistance Programme, including virtual GP consultations, second opinions, mental health support, counselling, online physiotherapy and wellbeing resources.
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Cycle to Work scheme and discounted eye test vouchers.
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Professional membership and study sponsorship.
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Quarterly employee recognition awards and a financially rewarded employee referral scheme.
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Employee benefits hub offering retail discounts.
About TVS Supply Chain Solutions
At TVS SCS, we encourage and support our employees to realise their potential. Our people are empowered to take initiative, deliver high-impact results and make a meaningful difference to our business and customers.
If you require any adjustments to participate fully in the selection process, please let us know as part of your application.
TVS Supply Chain Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, committed to being a forces-friendly employer
