Help us make a difference as a Supply Chain Coordinator

A quick look at the role

The Supply Chain Coordinator supports the day-to-day coordination and administration of the supply chain with Specialist Services, helping to ensure effective supplier management, disposal routes and supply chain processes. The role supports supplier onboarding, pricing activities, supplier communication and the maintenance of accurate supply chain information, while assisting with identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Working closely with sales, technical, operational and contract management teams, the role helps coordinate solutions for challenging waste streams, supports effective decision-making and contributes to continuous improvement across supply chain processes, performance and compliance.

Your core responsibilities.

• Coordinate supplier and disposal point negotiations to support best-value outcomes across all waste streams.
• Review, optimise and rationalise the supply chain network to support cost savings, supplier standardisation and a reduction in supplier numbers.
• Support the onboarding, approval and integration of new suppliers into the supply chain, ensuring compliance, capability and suitability.
• Analyse third-party spend and identify opportunities to support the internalisation of services and improve overall profitability.
• Coordinate and support pricing, tender submissions and new business opportunities through market assessment and cost analysis.
• Support the development of supplier agreements and waste stream specific deals to maximise value and manage cost increases effectively.
• Help maintain strong supply chain governance, including supplier processes, compliance documentation, audits and system data management.
• Collaborate with technical, commercial and operational teams to identify solutions for difficult waste streams and improve service delivery.
• Provide supply chain coordination, stakeholder support and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain performance and business growth.

Requirements

Our essential requirements.

• Previous experience in a supply chain, logistics, procurement or coordination role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Good communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and supply chain information.
• Good understanding of Excel, with experience using data to support reporting and decision-making.
• Ability to work collaboratively with technical, commercial and operational teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Experience within waste management or a similar industry would be desirable.

Benefits

And here’s why you’ll love it at Biffa.

• Ongoing career development, training and coaching – Because if you don’t grow, we don’t grow.
• Competitive salary.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Retail and leisure discounts.
• Holiday and travel discounts.
• Life cover.

Changing the way people think about waste.

At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It’s a view that’s shared by our 11,500+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull. And it’s why we’re the UK’s No. 1 choice for business waste management.

Dedicated to diversity.

Being inclusive is core to our culture at Biffa; we believe different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for colleagues, customers and stakeholders, which is why you’ll find us championing diversity, equity and inclusion at every turn.