Purchasing and Logistics Coordinator

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Sheffield, South Yorkshire

13 months ago

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Posted: 22 Apr 2025 (13 months ago)

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Purchasing and Logistics Coordinator

Sheffield - Office Based

£27,000 - £29,000

Mon - Thu - 9am to 5pm

Fri - 9am to 4:30pm

Subsidised company gym scheme
Subsidised corporate private health care scheme
Death in service benefits
Additional 20 minutes paid breaks each day
A self-funded EV scheme sponsored by the company
Cycle to work scheme
Incentive and bonus scheme awards
Long service awards
High street and cinema discount platform
Fortnightly breakfast sandwiches paid for by the company as well as fortnightly deliveries of fresh fruit

Overview

The Purchasing and Logistics Coordinator will be responsible for supporting both Procurement and Logistics function at Sheffield Global Headquarters. This key role is to ensure smooth coordination across the supply chain, facilitating efficient operations and communications between departments. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, self-driven, and capable of working effectively both independently and within a team.

The successful candidate will play an integral part of the supply chain team, providing support and cover across multiple product categories and logistics.

Key Responsibilities Include;

Collaborate with the Logistics manager to ensure the efficient transportation of goods
Process orders, verify accuracy and ensure timely processing.
Monitor stock levels, track inventory and manage replenishment.
Ensure adherence to company policies, industry regulations and legal requirements.
Manage and update MRP/SAP systems with accurate inventory and procurement information.
Maintain effective communications with suppliers and internal teams to ensure smooth operations.
Ensure data integrity within the supply chain systems, including data entry, validation and reporting.
Provide cover for multiple products categories within the Procurement and Supply Chain team.
Play an active role within the Procurement and Supply Chain Team to help achieve and improve departmental KPI's

Desired Skills & Preferred Qualifications;

Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, with experience in SAP being highly desirable.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to analyse and interpret data
Previous experience in a supply chain and/or logistics-related role is advantageous.
Ability to manage multiple and prioritise
Possess a methodical logical approach with the ability to work under pressure, meeting tight deadlines and pay great attention to detail
highly numerically focused, with strong administration and organisational skills

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

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