# In-Bound Supply Chain Planner

**Company:** [Accora](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/xmbVmLPaATRCGTzcsLVx2T.md)
**Location:** Orwell, United Kingdom
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Purchasing

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## Description

**Main purpose of job**

In the Supply Chain department, we are responsible for manufacturing and delivering great quality products, on time, and purchasing at the most competitive price possible – simple!  Our supply chain needs to be stable and reliable to deal with.

**Key responsibilities, duties and tasks**

Managing and following up inbound case management inbox

Purchase orders

-   Raise purchase orders as requested, send to suppliers, and keep dates updated
-   Follow up and file order confirmations
-   Order and manage stock for Accora POs

Inbound shipments

-   All new purchase orders for full containers of chairs & beds are to be loaded onto the inbound shipment module and kept updated
-   Ensure that inbound shipments are receipted in full
-   Make sure the receiving warehouses have all the required packing lists
-   Upload, sign and manage COC and DHR records of medical devices
-   Managing shipment requests internally
-   Keep serial numbers spreadsheet updated as documents are received

Goods receipts from POs

-   For multiple warehouses
-   Make sure that all goods are receipted on the same day we receive notification from the warehouse
-   Notify the suppliers immediately of any discrepancies
-   Work with accounts on any invoice queries relating to goods in

Depot transfers

-   Raise orders for stock transfers between locations
-   Make sure that the receiving location know that goods are incoming and have copies of the commercial documents, where applicable, as soon as goods have shipped
-   Make sure that depot transfers are receipted within 7 days

Raw materials stock check

-   Update raw materials tracker monthly and make sure that all item receipts have been completed.
-   Logging detailed non-conformities when they occur

Distribution

-   Coordinate between AU distribution partner and factories as to shipping dates / schedules

**Key goals and KPIs**

-   0 POs on NetSuite more than 2 weeks overdue for shipping
-   < 5 POs not confirmed raised more than 2 weeks ago

**General expectations**

-   Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job and participate in appropriate training activities
-   Undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this job, whether that be on-the-job training, in-house training or external training courses
-   Undertake health and safety duties commensurate with the post and as detailed in the Company’s Health and Safety Policy
-   Act as an ambassador of the Company and promote the company brand, always displaying a positive image to customers and members of the public
-   Live and breathe our core values – insight, determination and integrity; deliver to our mission statement and promote the Company’s long-term vision
-   Adhere to relevant quality and regulatory requirements at all times

## Requirements

**Qualifications and training**

It is **essential** that the postholder has:

-   Qualification to A-level standard or equivalent

It is **desirable** that the postholder has:

-   Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, such as

**Experience and knowledge**

It is **desirable** that the postholder has:

-   Relevant product and industry knowledge

**Skills and abilities**

It is **essential** that the postholder has:

·        Strong communication (oral and written) and numeracy skills

·        Effective and confident telephone skills, with an excellent level of English

·        Ability to work effectively both individually and in a team

·        Ability to flourish in a competitive environment

·        Good ICT skills

**Other requirements**

It is **essential** that the postholder has:

-   Attention to detail, with good planning and organisational skills
-   Drive and enthusiasm
-   The potential to grow and develop in line with the business
-   High degree of self-motivation and ambition
-   Ability to influence and engage with colleagues, peers, key customers and prospects
-   Positive, confident and determined approach, happy to follow up internally and externally
-   Continuous improvement mindset
-   Full driving licence

## Benefits

Company Laptop provided

Annual leave: 25 days per year and public holidays

Private medical healthcare cover

Training and development opportunities

**About Accora:**

We are a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to designing and manufacturing assistive medical devices that enhance the lives of people who require extra support due to age, disability or injury. Our team is passionate about creating products that enable individuals to live as fully and independently as possible, with safety and comfort at the forefront of our design philosophy.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others and who shares our values of insight, determination, and integrity.