Logistics Quality and Compliance Coordinator

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates; Batley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Job description

Job Description:

Logistics Quality and Compliance Coordinator

• Batley
• Competitive salary
• Performance related company bonus
• Mon-Fri -37.5 Hrs
• Permanent

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Job Summary

Responsible for managing the flow of materials and products through the supply chain while ensuring compliance with quality standards. This role involves overseeing product holds and releases, managing inventory discrepancies, coordinating with quality control teams, and facilitating the resolution of quality issues that impact logistics operations. The position ensures smooth and efficient processing, safeguarding product integrity and regulatory compliance.

What are we looking for?

• Experience (3+ years) in logistics, operations, quality control, or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• In-depth knowledge of logistics processes, inventory management, and quality control systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with various teams.
• Computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS), and SAP beneficial.

What would be your key responsibilities?

• Manage and monitor holds and releases for products in the supply pipeline, ensuring accurate documentation and communication with relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the logistics, production, and quality teams to identify and address any issues causing holds on shipments.
• Work with inventory control teams to ensure proper tracking and reporting of held items and their release status.
• Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and internal departments to resolve product release issues promptly and efficiently.
• Ensure that all products in the supply chain meet company quality standards by reviewing quality control documentation and performing inspections when necessary.
• Support the investigation of quality failures or product defects and assist in root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure all materials meet regulatory and company quality standards before they are shipped or released to customers.
• Assist in the development and implementation of quality improvement programs, initiatives, and training.
• Oversee inventory discrepancies by working with the inventory and quality teams to perform audits and reconcile product issues.
• Act as a point of contact for escalations related to product quality and logistics issues, resolving concerns in a timely manner.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

About Mars

Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, 5, SKITTLES, BEN’S ORIGINAL and COCOAVIA. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals, BluePearl, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA and Pet Partners. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.