Job Description
Junior Supply Chain & Product Executive – FMCG
Location: Lymington, Hampshire (1 day WFH Friday)
Salary: Circa £30,000 DOE + career development opportunities
Requirements: Must have a car
About the Role
We are looking for a Junior Supply Chain & Product Executive to support the delivery of high-quality FMCG products across our international supply chain.
This is a hands-on role for someone early in their career (1–3 years’ experience) in supply chain, product, operations, or quality, who wants exposure to:
* Supplier management (China / Far East)
* Product specifications, sampling, and production timelines
* Third-party inspections and quality control
* Cross-functional supply chain operations
You will work closely with the Quality Product Manager, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to ensure products meet specifications, quality standards, and delivery timelines.
Key Responsibilities
Product Specifications & Documentation
* Support creation and updating of FMCG product specifications and production documents
* Ensure accurate communication with suppliers on materials, packaging, branding, and labelling
* Maintain organised digital and physical product files
Sampling & Product Support
* Manage pre-production, production, and final samples
* Track sample timelines and follow up with suppliers
* Review samples against specifications and highlight discrepancies
* Organise reference and approved samples
Supply Chain & Order Tracking
* Liaise with suppliers via email and video calls
* Track multiple orders through sampling, production, inspection, and shipment
* Monitor critical dates and flag risks early
Quality Control & Inspections
* Coordinate third-party inspections (QIMA, SGS, Intertek)
* Prepare inspection packs with specifications, checklists, and reference images
* Review inspection reports and escalate issues
Compliance & Risk Support
* Support FMCG compliance and labelling requirements
* Assist with packaging of hazardous items if required
* Liaise with testing agencies for compliance documentation
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
* Collate internal quality and inspection reports
* Support process improvement projects
* Contribute ideas to reduce recurring quality issues
Skills & Experience
Essential
* A minimum of 1 years’ experience in supply chain, quality control, product or operations - FMCG
* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
* Confident written and verbal communicator
* Proficient in Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Office
* Able to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
Desirable
* Experience with international suppliers (China / Far East)
* Familiarity with QC inspections and AQL standards
* ERP or order management systems experience
Who This Role Suits
* Junior Supply Chain Executive
* Product / Supply Chain Assistant
* Quality or Operations Coordinator
* Early-career FMCG professionals looking to gain international supply chain experience
Benefits
* Salary circa £30,000 DOE
* 1 day WFH per week (Friday)
* Excellent career development opportunities
* Exposure to international suppliers and FMCG products