Supply Chain Coordinator

CareerMakers Recruitmentare working with a well-established manufacturing business in Accrington who are looking to appoint an experiencedSupply Chain Coordinator with strong export licensing knowledgeto support their busy team.

This is a key role within the business, with significant responsibility for export compliance and international order processing.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end supply chain activities across procurement, production, inventory, and distribution
• Manage material requirements planning (MRP) usingSPIREandLITEsystems to ensure timely availability of components and raw materials
• Monitor and maintain accurate data within SPIRE and LITE, including purchase orders, stock levels, and supplier information
• Liaise with internal departments (engineering, production, quality, and logistics) to align supply chain activities with project timelines
• Raise, track, and expedite purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery from approved suppliers
• Analyse supply chain performance metrics and identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency improvement, and risk mitigation
• Support inventory control processes, including cycle counts, stock reconciliation, and obsolescence management
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Prepare and maintain documentation and reports using SPIRE and LITE
• Coordinate logistics activities, including shipping, customs documentation, and delivery scheduling
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, particularly in relation to critical or long-lead-time components
• Collaborate with quality teams to ensure materials meet required specifications
• Assist in demand forecasting and production planning to support business objectives and customer requirements
• Provide support during audits by ensuring all supply chain data in SPIRE and LITE is accurate and up to date

About You

We are looking for a confident and detail-oriented professional who can take ownership of export compliance responsibilities.

You will have:

• Proven experience working as a Supply Chain Coordinator (or similar role)
• Hands-on experience usingSPIREandLITEsystems is essential
• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and supply chain processes
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with inventory management, procurement, and supplier coordination

Working Hours:–

Monday – Thursday, 7am – 4pm

Friday, 7am – 12pm

Pay rate:Negotiable DOE

If you are interested in the role, and have the relevant experience please apply with your CV or give us a call on

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