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We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.\nSummary of the Role\nResponsible for expediting, orderbook management, and administrative support activities required to support manufacturing operations. The role acts as a key interface between Nordson, its suppliers, and internal stakeholders, ensuring timely communication of supply status, delivery commitments, and potential risks.\nKey responsibilities include monitoring supplier performance against required delivery dates, expediting critical and overdue orders, maintaining accurate ERP system data, preparing reports, coordinating communication between suppliers and internal teams, and providing administrative support to the Supply Chain function. The position requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.\nAs a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.\nThis position is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract.\nRole and Responsibilities\nSupplier Coordination & Expediting\nAct as the primary point of contact with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, overdue orders, shortages, and supply-related issues.\nMonitor supplier delivery performance and proactively expedite orders to support production requirements.\nRun ERP reports to identify overdue purchase orders, material shortages, and potential supply risks.\nMaintain expediting reports and provide timely updates on supplier communications, delivery status, and key risks to relevant stakeholders.\nUpdate supplier delivery commitments and related information within the ERP system.\nEscalate significant supply or delivery concerns to the Purchasing Manager.\nLiaise with suppliers to obtain accurate delivery information and ensure timely responses to queries.\nExpedite or defer deliveries in line with business requirements and production schedules.\nMaintain visibility of critical material shortages and communicate risks appropriately.\nWork closely with Planning, Sales, Purchasing, Stores, Manufacturing, and Customer Service teams to ensure effective communication of material availability and delivery commitments.\nSupport the resolution of day-to-day supply chain issues affecting operational performance.\nOrderbook Management\nMonitor open purchase orders to ensure delivery dates remain accurate and current.\nReview and maintain orderbook data to support effective planning and scheduling activities.\nEnsure ERP records accurately reflect supplier commitments and material availability.\nIdentify and investigate discrepancies within purchasing and supplier records.\nProduce regular reports relating to overdue orders, supplier performance, and delivery risks.\nAdministrative Support\nProvide administrative support to individuals, small teams, and the wider Supply Chain department.\nPrepare correspondence, reports, presentations, spreadsheets, meeting agendas, and minutes using Microsoft Office applications.\nMaintain department files, records, documentation, and electronic filing systems, ensuring appropriate record retention and document control in accordance with company procedures.\nAct as the first point of contact for warehouse and stores-related queries, ensuring issues are directed to the appropriate person where required.\nPrepare and maintain supplier records, procurement documentation, and departmental reports.\nAssist with data entry and the maintenance of ERP and other business systems.\nSupport departmental meetings through scheduling, preparation of documents, and distribution of meeting notes where required.\nContinuous Improvement\nSupport the implementation of supply chain best practices and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, data accuracy, and supplier performance.\nMaintain compliance with company procedures, quality standards, business processes, and ERP data requirements.\nSupport departmental and organisational objectives through effective teamwork and communication.\nPerform any other reasonable duties as required by management.\nSkills and Qualifications\nGood standard of education.\nA-Level, HNC, or equivalent qualification, or relevant experience.\nExperience in a manufacturing, supply chain, planning, administration, customer service, or similar business environment. \nProficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.\nStrong administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate data records.\nExcellent attention to detail and accuracy.\nStrong verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently, use initiative, make sound decisions, and proactively resolve issues.\nAdaptable and flexible approach to changing priorities.\nAbility to work effectively within a team environment.\nCustomer-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.\nPreferred Skills and Qualifications\nExperience in expediting, supplier coordination, or orderbook management.\nExperience working with ERP/MRP systems.\nSAP experience.\nUnderstanding of manufacturing and supply chain processes.\nExperience communicating with suppliers and managing delivery-related issues.\nKnowledge of MRP, Kanban, Lean Manufacturing, or similar planning methodologies.\nAbout Nordson Test & Inspection\nNordson Test & Inspection manufactures world-class metrology 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We use X-ray inspection, acoustic imaging, and optical inspection technologies to create testing systems that enable the identification of even the smallest defects at high resolution. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life.\nNordson Test & Inspection is a global team that works to create machines and systems that improve the manufacturing process for a wide range of industries, including electronics, aerospace, automotive, energy, lighting, and medical. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson Test & Inspection.\nWe offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.\nOur recruitment process is designed to identify the best qualified candidates for the role, and we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for inclusion, diversity and equity, and the ability to contribute to a culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and included.\nInterested?\nIf you are interested in being a part of a team that is dedicated to providing advanced inspection and testing solutions and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.","description_format":"text","description_chars":7531,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Equity"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Industrial Machinery","Test & Measurement Instruments"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-02T17:27:35Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":23,"band":"cold","label":"Long shot","p_open":1,"p_active":0.419,"p_room":0.55,"age_days":22,"expected_fill_days":22,"reasons":["conf:2","stale_co","velocity","win:tail","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-10-06T05:45:30Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/nordson-associate-administrative-support","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/nordson-associate-administrative-support.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-07T02:09:11Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":3529,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":1471,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-10-08T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":58919},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=58919"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fnordson-associate-administrative-support"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fnordson-associate-administrative-support"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fnordson-associate-administrative-support"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/nordson-associate-administrative-support\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fnordson-associate-administrative-support"}]}