Supply Chain Coordinator

P2i is an established company situated on Milton Park: Science and Technology Park, Oxfordshire. We are a global leader in liquid repellent nanotechnology, driving sustainable solutions and reducing e-waste. See below for a great new opportunity_

**Job Purpose & Context**

This role forms a key part of the P2i Supply Chain team, where the primary focus is the successful shipment of outbound goods from P2i UK to the point of delivery.

**Main Responsibilities**

The main aspects of the role include, but are not limited to:

- Manage shipping requests from the point of creation in SAP through to collection, tracking and delivery.
- Work with and assist the Purchasing and Warehousing teams to ensure we have sufficient stock to fulfil orders and that items are packaged ready for collection.
- Book shipments with shipping partners and provide clear communication to P2i stakeholders regarding lead times. Where items are not in stock, manage expectations internally regarding delivery.
- Proactively working with shipping partners and P2i technical teams to understand requirements for shipping goods into new territories.
- Troubleshoot in-flight shipments, responding to and resolving any issues holding up delivery.
- Manage shipping paperwork, ensuring documentation is saved in a logical manner.
- Assist the business by providing historic shipping information for customs purposes.
- Challenge the status-quo, reviewing our existing processes and driving improvement where appropriate and identifying cost saving opportunities.
- Align with China supply chain teams, identifying opportunities where shipping requests may be best served from China office.
- Compile monthly reports on Logistics activities.

**Additional Responsibilities**
- Raise purchase requests, chase approvals and place orders with suppliers.
- Manage open supplier orders, ensuring the supplier delivers goods in line with expected delivery dates.
- SAP housekeeping, ensure data is accurate.
- Participate in regular team briefing and reviews, working as part of close-knit team.
- During busy periods, assist the warehousing teams with goods in/out processes.
- Assist the team with periodic stock takes.

**Key Relationships and Interfaces**

This role will interact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels including the Supply Chain/Manufacturing team, Engineering/R&D, Customer Support & Service Engineers, and Finance.

**Skills & Experience**

Essential:

- Educated to at least grade (A-C) GCSE

Other Requirements:

- Competent in the use of MS Office packages, specifically Excel.
- Knowledge of global shipping protocols and experience of moving chemicals & equipment across borders.
- Knowledge of SAP/ERP Purchasing and Logistics.
- Lean Manufacturing (including 5s).
- NCR & 8D Processes and problem-solving techniques.
- HNC / HND in Manufacturing or Accounting or a related field is desirable.
- Experience of participating in supplier audits.
- Ability to arrange logistics operations globally.
- Implementation of Packaging Standards.
- Keen problem solver with the ability to take a problem, research potential solutions and report back to drive decision making.
- Able to thrive in a high-stress and fast-paced environment.
- Impeccable attention to detail**, **efficient organisation, and communication skills
- Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external teams.

**Employee Benefits**:

- 25 days annual leave
- Westfield Health membership including retail and gym discounts
- Pension scheme with company matching up to 5%
- Flexible working options
- Cycle scheme
- Free eyecare vouchers
- Life assurance
- Access to online training platform