Sourcing Coordinator
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- England,North West,Greater Manchester
- Full Time, Permanent
- £30,000 - £32,000 per annum
Job Description:
Sourcing Coordinator
(Far East supplier relationships)
Greater Manchester
Up to £32,000 + Benefits
My Client, a leading textiles accessories company, now has an exciting opportunity for a Sourcing Coordinator to join their team.
**Candidates will have experience with Far East factories**
Purpose of role:
Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-focused Product Sourcing Coordinator to join their growing UK-based team. In this role, you’ll support the end-to-end sourcing process across a network of 50+ factories in the Far East, helping to ensure supplier performance, compliance, and timely delivery.
This is a key position requiring excellent communication, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You’ll work closely with internal teams, including Product Development, Merchandising, Purchasing, and Quality Control, as well as with international suppliers.
Key Responsibilities / Duties:
Supplier Management:
*Serve as a main point of contact for 50+ factories across the Far East.
*Build and maintain strong working relationships with all suppliers.
*Ensure supplier compliance with Trading Agreements and Code of Conduct.
*Contribute to supplier reviews, recognising strong performance and addressing areas for improvement.
*Produce quarterly supplier performance summaries for internal team reviews.
Sourcing Support
*Actively support the Critical Path Process to meet seasonal deadlines.
*Assist with onboarding new suppliers, including training and documentation.
*Maintain up-to-date supplier files and reference materials for internal use.
*Communicate business-as-usual (BAU) standards clearly with all new suppliers.
*Research and present four potential new suppliers each month to support sourcing expansion.
Problem Solving and Process Improvement
*Proactively manage delays, non-compliance, and other issues with relevant stakeholders.
*Identify sourcing risks and propose solutions to improve efficiency, consistency, and cost control.
Experience Required:
Essential criteria
*Previous experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or logistics
*Knowledge of ethical sourcing practices and supplier compliance processes
*Proficiency in ERP systems and supply chain software; familiarity with AI tools is an advantage
*Strong Microsoft Excel skills
*Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities with high attention to detail
*Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desirable criteria
*Understanding of international shipping, Incoterms, and customs procedures (UK & EU)
*Exposure to working with Far East suppliers
*Experience working to a Critical Path is an advantage
Apply online or further information please contact one of our specialist consultants quoting reference number: NJR16384
(Far East supplier relationships)
Greater Manchester
Up to £32,000 + Benefits
My Client, a leading textiles accessories company, now has an exciting opportunity for a Sourcing Coordinator to join their team.
**Candidates will have experience with Far East factories**
Purpose of role:
Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-focused Product Sourcing Coordinator to join their growing UK-based team. In this role, you’ll support the end-to-end sourcing process across a network of 50+ factories in the Far East, helping to ensure supplier performance, compliance, and timely delivery.
This is a key position requiring excellent communication, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You’ll work closely with internal teams, including Product Development, Merchandising, Purchasing, and Quality Control, as well as with international suppliers.
Key Responsibilities / Duties:
Supplier Management:
*Serve as a main point of contact for 50+ factories across the Far East.
*Build and maintain strong working relationships with all suppliers.
*Ensure supplier compliance with Trading Agreements and Code of Conduct.
*Contribute to supplier reviews, recognising strong performance and addressing areas for improvement.
*Produce quarterly supplier performance summaries for internal team reviews.
Sourcing Support
*Actively support the Critical Path Process to meet seasonal deadlines.
*Assist with onboarding new suppliers, including training and documentation.
*Maintain up-to-date supplier files and reference materials for internal use.
*Communicate business-as-usual (BAU) standards clearly with all new suppliers.
*Research and present four potential new suppliers each month to support sourcing expansion.
Problem Solving and Process Improvement
*Proactively manage delays, non-compliance, and other issues with relevant stakeholders.
*Identify sourcing risks and propose solutions to improve efficiency, consistency, and cost control.
Experience Required:
Essential criteria
*Previous experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or logistics
*Knowledge of ethical sourcing practices and supplier compliance processes
*Proficiency in ERP systems and supply chain software; familiarity with AI tools is an advantage
*Strong Microsoft Excel skills
*Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities with high attention to detail
*Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desirable criteria
*Understanding of international shipping, Incoterms, and customs procedures (UK & EU)
*Exposure to working with Far East suppliers
*Experience working to a Critical Path is an advantage
Apply online or further information please contact one of our specialist consultants quoting reference number: NJR16384
Job number 3309214
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