Vendor Coordinator

Role Overview

Team and Stakeholder Coordination

• Partner with operational, supply chain, finance, logistics, retail services, and vendor teams.
• Communicate production updates, risks, and schedule changes to internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to seasonal planning and product launch timelines.

Demand and Customer Impact

• Coordinate retail demand versus capacity planning and escalate issues when needed.
• Support Value-Added Services requirements so products meet quality and presentation standards.
• Track shipments and update stakeholders on delivery status.
• Support product availability in line with fan and customer demand.

Reporting and Process Improvement

• Support automation and operational best practices to improve vendor management efficiency.
• Produce reports on vendor performance, production status, and cost metrics.
• Support data-driven decisions through accurate reporting and analysis.
• Assist with import/export documentation and improve logistics workflows where applicable.

Production and Logistics Execution

• Manage production schedules and ensure materials and components are replenished and delivered to vendors on time.
• Coordinate shipments, delivery schedules, and documentation with logistics teams.
• Provide regular reporting on production and vendor schedules.
• Support the Supply Chain function with additional tasks needed to keep operations running smoothly.

AI and Digital Capability

• Apply AI and technology to improve efficiency, quality, and outcomes.
• Use data and digital tools to inform decisions and enhance performance.
• Adopt new technologies and ways of working with curiosity and adaptability.
• Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in a relevant manufacturing, vendor management, or supply chain role.
• Experience managing competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Experience using ERP software or similar supply chain management systems.
• Familiarity with materials management, production scheduling, and logistics coordination.
• Comfort working remotely with vendors as part of a distributed supply chain team.

Work Location

• The role is hybrid and is based at the company's Manchester office.
• The role currently requires in-office presence three days per week.