Supply Chain Coordinator
Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis - we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category
Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK
LOCATION: Hybrid (2-3 days per week in Christchurch, Dorset)
Purpose of the role:
To support the Senior Sales & Operations Planning Manager and the S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) department in meeting the end to end requirements of our customer and supply partners. As Supply Chain Coordinator, you will be helping with the daily operations and running of the department. Supporting all areas across the Demand Driven Network i.e Demand/Forecasting, Purchasing, Supply & Logistics, there will be diversity and project based tasks to meet customer requirements
The Supply Chain Coordinator will need to be remain flexible and adapt to Supply Chain and business needs while pro-actively managing workload
Key Responsibilities:
Prioritise work as required with regards to customer and Supply Chain demand
Attend S&OP meetings and contribute with data & reporting to drive insight & actions
Work with Demand, Purchasing, Supply, Logistics and wider business to build accurate product portfolio's and support with maintenance of item master data
Work with Commercial and Demand to understand true customer requirements in order to balance service levels with a lean stock profile
Work within Purchasing function to Raise PO's on SAP, seek approvals, send PO's and chase confirmed 'Door to Port' or Delivery dates. Along with maintenance of dates on PO's and SAP
Proactively monitor, analyse and make recommendations to improve stock profile within the group and minimise exposure, whilst also supporting in working to understand similar risk within the supply base
Support the wider Supply Chain Team with daily information & data management
Actively seek to improve skills and knowledge of yourself via training, skills matrix evaluation and knowledge sharing
Promote an attitude of innovation, adaptability, positivity and intrinsic team motivation with a constant focus on being customer centric
Experience:
SAP skills across all supply chain functions
Ability to manage several tasks and initiatives simultaneously
Understanding of supply chain connectivity with all departments
Understand complete end to end flow of sales to dispatch, aligned to OTIF
Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise
Experience of working in the retail or retail supply sector
Key competencies and skills
ERP & Supply Chain Systems (preferably SAP)
Customer Service Levels
Stock & Inventory Management
Continuous improvement
Reporting skills
Problem solving
Cost monitoring
Attention to detail
Personal Profile:
Must be flexible and positive towards change
Possessing the vision, drive and determination to succeed
Able to communicate clearly and concisely to all levels of the organisation
Willing and able to make important decisions & recommendations
Remain composed and supportive during high pressure situations
Easily approachable and receptive of new idea's
What we offer:
Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
Great learning and development and progression opportunities Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
Generous Company Sick Pay
Pension Scheme Contribution
Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
Cycle to Work scheme
Free parking on Christchurch Quay
Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK
LOCATION: Hybrid (2-3 days per week in Christchurch, Dorset)
Purpose of the role:
To support the Senior Sales & Operations Planning Manager and the S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) department in meeting the end to end requirements of our customer and supply partners. As Supply Chain Coordinator, you will be helping with the daily operations and running of the department. Supporting all areas across the Demand Driven Network i.e Demand/Forecasting, Purchasing, Supply & Logistics, there will be diversity and project based tasks to meet customer requirements
The Supply Chain Coordinator will need to be remain flexible and adapt to Supply Chain and business needs while pro-actively managing workload
Key Responsibilities:
Prioritise work as required with regards to customer and Supply Chain demand
Attend S&OP meetings and contribute with data & reporting to drive insight & actions
Work with Demand, Purchasing, Supply, Logistics and wider business to build accurate product portfolio's and support with maintenance of item master data
Work with Commercial and Demand to understand true customer requirements in order to balance service levels with a lean stock profile
Work within Purchasing function to Raise PO's on SAP, seek approvals, send PO's and chase confirmed 'Door to Port' or Delivery dates. Along with maintenance of dates on PO's and SAP
Proactively monitor, analyse and make recommendations to improve stock profile within the group and minimise exposure, whilst also supporting in working to understand similar risk within the supply base
Support the wider Supply Chain Team with daily information & data management
Actively seek to improve skills and knowledge of yourself via training, skills matrix evaluation and knowledge sharing
Promote an attitude of innovation, adaptability, positivity and intrinsic team motivation with a constant focus on being customer centric
Experience:
SAP skills across all supply chain functions
Ability to manage several tasks and initiatives simultaneously
Understanding of supply chain connectivity with all departments
Understand complete end to end flow of sales to dispatch, aligned to OTIF
Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise
Experience of working in the retail or retail supply sector
Key competencies and skills
ERP & Supply Chain Systems (preferably SAP)
Customer Service Levels
Stock & Inventory Management
Continuous improvement
Reporting skills
Problem solving
Cost monitoring
Attention to detail
Personal Profile:
Must be flexible and positive towards change
Possessing the vision, drive and determination to succeed
Able to communicate clearly and concisely to all levels of the organisation
Willing and able to make important decisions & recommendations
Remain composed and supportive during high pressure situations
Easily approachable and receptive of new idea's
What we offer:
Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
Great learning and development and progression opportunities Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
Generous Company Sick Pay
Pension Scheme Contribution
Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
Cycle to Work scheme
Free parking on Christchurch Quay
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