Supply Chain Coordinator

Thorn Baker Recruitment have the exciting opportunity to recruit for a Supply Chain Coordinator for our client based in the Lutterworth area of Leicestershire.

• Starting Salary of £32,000 - £35,000 per annum.
• Monday - Friday (42.5 hours)
• Private Health care
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Increase employer pension contributions (5%)
• Free on site parking

The Supply Chain Co-ordinator – Transport Operations is responsible for overseeing transportation and dispatch activities within the supply chain. The role focuses on coordinating fleet operations, managing delivery schedules, offering leadership support and guidance to the driver team and ensuring products move efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively through the supply chain network. The position also supports warehouse coordination, inventory management, carrier management, and compliance with transport and health & safety regulations.

• Supervise daily transport and distribution activities
• Coordinate vehicle scheduling, route planning, and dispatch operations
• Monitor delivery timelines and resolve transport delays
• Ensure efficient utilization of fleet vehicles and drivers
• Track transportation KPIs including on-time delivery, fuel usage, and vehicle performance
• Liaise with third-party transport providers and carriers

• Coordinate movement of goods between warehouses, suppliers, and customers
• Support inventory management with inbound, stock availability and reporting
• Collaborate with up stream supply chain, warehouse, and customer service teams
• Ensure accurate shipping and transport documentation
• Monitor stock transfers and outbound logistics performance

• Ensure compliance with transport legislation and company procedures
• Monitor vehicle maintenance and inspection schedules
  
  Maintain health & safety standards across transport operations
• Investigate accidents, delivery issues, or operational disruptions
• Be a point of support to the DC manager for driver team management

• Strong understanding of supply chain and transport operations
• Fleet coordination and route planning experience
• Knowledge of logistics KPIs and reporting
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Experience using ERP, warehouse, or transport management systems
• Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field
• Experience in transport, logistics, or distribution operations
• Supervisory experience in a warehouse or transport environment
• Knowledge of health & safety and transport compliance regulations