Supply Chain Administrator

United Kingdom / Belfast · On-site

About this role

About the Role

We are seeking a Supply Chain Administrator to join our Belfast site, supporting purchasing activity and supply chain operations. This role is responsible for ensuring the accurate processing and monitoring of purchase orders, maintaining purchasing documentation, and coordinating communication across suppliers, logistics, and internal teams. The position plays a key role in supporting efficient stock management, resolving issues, and contributing to smooth end-to-end supply chain processes.

Key Responsibilities

Transfer purchase requirements into purchase orders and place orders with suppliers.
Process, monitor, and follow up on purchase orders to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
Maintain and update all relevant purchasing documentation in line with company procedures and quality standards.
Coordinate purchasing-related communication between suppliers, logistics providers, and internal departments.
Act as a point of contact for supply chain complaints, managing and resolving issues in a timely manner.
Support inbound logistics activities, including tracking deliveries and assisting with import/export administration.
Liaise with suppliers, drivers, and internal teams to resolve any delivery or stock-related queries.
Complete all relevant administrative tasks, system updates, and reporting accurately and on time.
Identify opportunities to improve purchasing and supply chain processes

Experience & Skills

Previous experience in an administrative, purchasing, supply chain, or logistics environment.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships internally and externally.
Well organised with good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
Competent in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
Able to work independently while contributing positively as part of a team.

Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.


Brenntag TA Team

Company at a glance

Brenntag is the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution and holds a central role in connecting customers and suppliers of the chemical industry. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, we have more than 18,100 employees worldwide and operate a network of around 600 sites in more than 70 countries. In 2024, the company generated sales of €16.2 billion.

The two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, provide a diversified and broad portfolio of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients as well as tailor-made application, marketing and supply chain solutions, technical and formulation support, comprehensive regulatory know-how and digital solutions for a wide range of industries.

Brenntag pursues an ambitious sustainability agenda and is committed to sustainable solutions in its own sector and the industries served. Brenntag SE shares have been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2010 and have been part of the DAX since September 2021. In addition, the Brenntag SE shares are listed in the DAX 30 ESG and DAX ESG Target.

Team Size10,001+ employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryChemical Manufacturing
Location
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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