Supply Chain Coordinator

Keep Products Moving — Smoothly, Safely, and On Time
  
This Supply Chain Coordinator role sits at the heart of a well-established chemical manufacturing operation, offering variety, responsibility, and the chance to see the direct impact of your work on customers and site performance.
You’ll also gain valuable exposure to international logistics, customs processes and regulated supply chain environments, making this a strong role for someone looking to build depth and progression in their supply chain career. This role would suit someone open to a temporary-to-permanent opportunity, offering the chance to embed on site and progress into a longer-term position.
  
Why This Role?
This is a practical, delivery-focused position within UK operations. You’ll be closely involved in coordinating inbound and outbound logistics, managing shipments to customers, and working with logistics providers to keep materials and finished goods moving efficiently and compliantly.
It’s well-suited to someone who enjoys being close to operations, taking ownership of shipments end-to-end, and developing experience in international logistics and compliance.
  
What You’ll Be Doing
· Coordinating customer orders and shipments, ensuring on-time delivery.
· Liaising with third-party logistics providers (transport, warehousing and freight) to arrange inbound and outbound movements.
· Managing shipments across road, sea and occasional air freight.
· Preparing, checking and managing import and export documentation.
· Supporting customs entries and ensuring compliance with UK and international regulations.
· Monitoring changes to customs requirements, commodity codes and trade agreements.
· Working closely with internal teams, including Production, Quality and SHE, to support site operations.
· Maintaining accurate records and system data, supporting reporting and continuous improvement.
  
What You’ll Bring
· Experience working with logistics providers and managing shipments to customers.
· Background in logistics, supply chain coordination or international shipping (industry and transport mode flexible).
· Understanding of import/export processes and customs compliance.
· Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
· Confidence working with systems and data (SAP experience advantageous).
· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
· A practical, proactive approach and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
  
What’s In It for You?
· A hands-on role within a well-established manufacturing business.
· Exposure to international logistics and regulated supply chain environments.
· The opportunity to embed on-site and transition into a longer-term role.
· Supportive team environment with clear responsibilities and structure.
· Scope to build experience in customs, compliance and international trade.
  
Interested?
If you’re looking for a hands-on supply chain role offering variety and responsibility, we’d love to hear from you.
To find out more about the business, the role and the remuneration package, talk to Steve Guest at Wolviston Management Services.