Supply Chain Coordinator

Supply Chain Coordinator (12 Month FTC - Potential to Go Permanent) Location: Redditch Salary: £34,000 - £36,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm (early finish on Fridays) The Opportunity We are working in partnership with a well-established and highly regarded manufacturing business to recruit a Supply Chain Coordinator on a fixed-term basis, with the potential for a permanent opportunity. This is a hands-on, varied role requiring a strong on-site presence across both the shop floor and office. You will play a key part in ensuring the smooth flow of materials, components, and production activity within a fast-paced, technical environment. This position would suit someone with experience in engineering or manufacturing settings who is confident working with technical drawings and enjoys being closely involved in day-to-day operations. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of purchasing activities for materials, components, and external services Coordinate production planning to align with customer demand and operational capacity Work closely with internal teams to manage workflow, job releases, and production priorities Monitor stock levels, ensuring accuracy, availability, and traceability of materials Manage supplier relationships, including performance, lead times, and cost efficiency Proactively resolve supply chain issues such as shortages or delays Support continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain and operational processes Maintain a strong presence on-site, collaborating with both office-based and shop floor teams About You Previous experience within a supply chain, purchasing, or planning role in a manufacturing or engineering environment Strong understanding of production processes and material flow Ability to read and interpret technical drawings or engineering specifications Highly organised with strong problem-solving and communication skills Confident working in a fast-paced, hands-on role Experience with ERP systems (such as D365, IFS, or similar) is advantageous A proactive and collaborative approach, with a willingness to be visible and engaged on-site