Job Description

Junior Expeditor / Supply Chain Coordinator

Barton under Needwood | 6-Month Contract | Inside IR35 | Competitive Rate

Are you looking to build a long-term career in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Purchasing?

We are recruiting for a Junior Expeditor to join a leading engineering and manufacturing business, offering an excellent opportunity for someone with some previous supply chain, purchasing, logistics, or administration experience to develop their career within a supportive and highly experienced team.

This role is ideal for an ambitious individual who wants to learn from experienced professionals, gain exposure to a complex supply chain environment, and develop skills that can open doors to future opportunities within procurement and supply chain management.

As an Expeditor, you will play a key role in ensuring suppliers deliver materials and components on time, supporting operational and production requirements across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery from suppliers

Proactively communicate with suppliers to monitor order progress and resolve delivery issues

Support the procurement team with day-to-day order management activities

Maintain accurate records and update order information within ERP systems

Build strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Identify potential supply risks and escalate concerns where appropriate

Provide regular updates on supplier performance and order status

Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain function

What We're Looking For

Some experience within purchasing, procurement, supply chain, logistics, administration, customer service, or a related coordination role

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers

Good attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving

Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop

Comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment

Experience using ERP systems would be advantageous but is not essential

What's on Offer

An excellent opportunity to develop a career within Supply Chain and Procurement

Mentoring and support from experienced supply chain professionals

Exposure to purchasing, supplier management, planning, and operational processes

Valuable experience within a large engineering and manufacturing environment

Strong likelihood of contract extension beyond the initial six-month term

Potential longer-term and permanent career opportunities

Competitive rate dependent on experience

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their supply chain career who is looking to gain valuable experience, broaden their skillset, and join a business that can offer genuine development and progression opportunities.

About Ford & Stanley –

Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness.

We support our clients in their most challenging business areas – recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.

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