Supply Chain Coordinator

The Opportunity We're recruiting for an experienced Supply Chain Coordinator to join a growing food manufacturing business. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in procurement, planning and supplier management, ensuring the supply chain operates efficiently while supporting business growth. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Supplier Management * Manage the procurement of raw materials, packaging and third-party services. * Source new suppliers and obtain competitive quotations. * Negotiate pricing, contracts, service level agreements and payment terms. * Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability and continuity of supply. * Develop alternative sourcing strategies and contingency plans to minimise supply risks. Supply Chain Planning * Forecast demand and manage inventory, material planning and stock availability. * Monitor commodity markets, crop cycles, pricing trends and other market factors to support strategic purchasing decisions. * Drive improvements in end-to-end supply chain performance, reducing lead times and optimising stock levels. * Identify opportunities to reduce costs across warehousing and distribution while maintaining service levels. Performance & Continuous Improvement * Monitor and report on supply chain KPIs. * Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste. * Support New Product Development through sourcing and supply chain risk assessments. * Work collaboratively with production, sales, finance and technical teams to align supply chain activities with business objectives. Compliance & Standards * Keep up to date with relevant legislation, ethical sourcing practices and industry standards. * Maintain high standards of food safety, quality, legality and product authenticity. * Ensure health and safety procedures are followed. * Report any risks relating to products, raw materials, packaging or equipment to enable prompt resolution. About You You'll have previous experience in procurement or supply chain within a manufacturing or food production environment. You'll be commercially aware, highly organised and confident negotiating with suppliers while managing multiple priorities. You'll also have: * Strong planning and analytical skills. * Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. * A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement. * The ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments. * A focus on delivering cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or service. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking manufacturer where you'll have genuine influence over procurement and supply chain strategy. You'll play a key role in improving operational performance while working within a collaborative and supportive environment