Job description
Stock & Logistics Coordinator
£27,750 per annum
Monday to Friday
Hitchin
We are recruiting for a proactive and organised Stock & Logistics Coordinator to join a growing pharmaceutical wholesaling business.
This is a varied position that combines stock administration, order processing, logistics coordination and operational support. Working closely with the sales, purchasing and warehouse teams, you'll play a key role in ensuring products are processed, dispatched and delivered efficiently while maintaining accurate stock records and customer information.
This role would suit somebody who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, has excellent attention to detail and is looking for a position that offers variety and responsibility.
Key Responsibilities Order Processing & Administration
• Process customer orders accurately using internal systems and Excel.
• Create and manage purchase orders and sales orders.
• Maintain accurate customer, stock and order information.
• Update internal databases and administrative records.
• Generate reports and support inventory management activities.
Stock Control & Inventory
• Monitor stock levels and support stock management processes.
• Maintain accurate stock records and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with stock tracking and inventory reporting.
• Ensure all stock movements are recorded accurately.
Logistics Coordination
• Arrange and coordinate deliveries and shipments.
• Liaise with couriers, suppliers and internal departments regarding delivery schedules.
• Track orders and resolve delivery issues when required.
• Support transport planning and dispatch activities.
Operational & Warehouse Support
• Work closely with the warehouse team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Support goods-in, goods-out and dispatch activities when required.
• Assist with checking incoming deliveries and preparing outgoing orders.
• Occasionally support deliveries subject to business requirements.
Customer & Supplier Liaison
• Provide updates on orders, deliveries and stock availability.
• Handle customer and supplier enquiries professionally.
• Build strong working relationships across sales, purchasing and warehouse functions.
• Resolve queries efficiently and escalate issues where necessary.
Skills & Experience Required
• Previous experience within logistics, stock control, warehouse administration, order processing or a similar coordination role.
• Strong IT skills, including Excel and internal systems.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships internally and externally.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• A proactive, flexible and hands-on approach.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.
• Forklift licence would be advantageous but is not essential.
Hours & Benefits
• Monday to Friday, 8.45am - 5.30pm (45-minute unpaid lunch break).
• Salary: £27,750 per annum.
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, with some days reserved for the Christmas shutdown period.
• Company pension scheme.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
About You
You may currently be working as a Logistics Administrator, Operations Administrator, Supply Chain Coordinator, Stock Controller, Warehouse Administrator or Order Processing Administrator and be looking for a role with more variety and responsibility.
If you're highly organised, enjoy problem-solving, have a keen eye for detail and like working as part of a team, we'd love to hear from you.