Supply Chain Administrator

Peoplebank; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Aberdeen City is seeking a Supply Chain Administrator to efficiently manage inventory and support supply chain processes. The role requires strong Excel skills and communication abilities, with responsibilities including stock data management, forecasting, and supplier interaction. Full training provided. This position offers growth opportunities and comprehensive wellbeing support.

Benefits

Opportunity to grow your career

Brilliant support services

Annual discretionary bonus

Discretionary Life Assurance

Discretionary Income Protection

Private Medical Cash Plan

50% off your food every time you dine

Award-winning sustainability initiatives

Annual Awards ceremony with free trips to Japan

Qualifications

• One year of supply chain experience is required.
• Ability to manage data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Input, update, and maintain accurate stock data.
• Assist in calculating future stock requirements.
• Raise and manage purchase orders.
• Monitor incoming stock and deliveries.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details and address delays.
• Support the team with regular reporting on stock levels.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Excellent communication abilities

Attention to detail

Job description

Established in 1997 as the first manufacturer of sushi for the UK supermarket industry, Taiko has evolved into the most innovative manufacturer of Sushi, Food To Go, Prepared Meals and Snacking products in the UK, supplying Waitrose, Tesco and Sainsbury’s to name a few. Over the past 25 years Taiko has launched more first to market Sushi and Food to Go products than any other sushi manufacturer in the UK.

As a Supply Chain Administrator, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the smooth operation of our supply chain processes. You’ll work closely with various teams, including the warehouse, procurement, and suppliers, ensuring that stock levels are maintained and deliveries arrive on time. This is a hands‑on, administrative role that requires strong Excel skills and the ability to manage data effectively.

One year of supply chain experience is required. We’re looking for someone with strong Excel skills, a head for numbers, and excellent communication abilities. Full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Input, update, and maintain accurate stock data in our systems to ensure inventory levels are always up to date.
• Assist in calculating and forecasting future stock requirements based on sales trends and current stock levels.
• Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring all orders are placed in a timely manner and follow up on order statuses.
• Work closely with the warehouse team to monitor incoming stock and deliveries. Assist in resolving any stock discrepancies or delivery issues.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, track deliveries, and address any potential delays or issues.
• Support the team with regular reporting on stock levels, supplier performance, and delivery schedules.
• Provide administrative support to the Supply Chain team, including maintaining records, filing, and assisting with any additional tasks as needed.

We're proud to offer

• Opportunity to grow your career alongside with us with available apprentice program
• Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
• Annual discretionary bonus subject to business and overall performance
• Discretionary Life Assurance
• Discretionary Income Protection
• Private Medical Cash Plan
• Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema & gym discounts.
• 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends.
• Contribute towards our award-winning sustainability initiatives that delivers progress against 9 UN sustainability goals. We're committed to responsibly sourcing and all our seafood, therefore we only use source sustainable fish. All our packaging is recyclable and 80% of our packaging is already made from recycled plastic.
• Annual Awards ceremony celebrating our success and offering winning Managers free trips to Japan.

About us

Come roll with us and be part of something big. Celebrate global success across:

• Over 1500 retail kiosks globally (YO!, Panku, Mai Taiko Snowfox & Bento)
• Our Taiko manufacturing and distribution centre
• 63 YO! restaurants
• 3700 locations globally From Hawaii to Aberdeen

Our Values

• Own it, Care About it, Make it Exceptional, Win Together

Ready to Roll?

Come roll with us and play a key role by bringing people together to celebrate better food for everyone the Japanese way…