Junior Customer Service / Inventory Planner

Location Surrey
Discipline: Chemicals
Job type: Logistics
Salary: £25000 - 30000 depending on experiance
Contact name: Samantha Azzopardi

Contact email: samantha@merrittrecruitment.com
Job ref: 449
Published: about 1 month ago

Junior Customer Service / Inventory Planner

Location: Surrey
Industry: Global Chemical Supplier (Polymers, Plastics, Resins)

Our client, a leading global supplier within the polymer, plastics and resin markets, is seeking a Junior Customer Service/Inventory Planner to join their fast‑paced Surrey office.

Role Overview

In this dual customer service and inventory support role, you will act as the first point of contact for customer enquiries while supporting the planning and coordination of inventory across the business. You will work closely with logistics, supply chain and commercial teams to ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary contact for customer queries, providing timely and professional support

  • Maintain and update inventory management systems, ensuring accurate stock records

  • Assist with logistics coordination, including order processing and shipment tracking

  • Support demand planning and stock allocation activities

  • Manage daily administrative tasks to ensure efficient workflow

  • Liaise with internal teams to resolve issues and maintain high service levels

Skills & Experience

  • Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills

  • Clear, confident communication style and customer‑focused mindset

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑moving environment

  • Proactive, reliable and eager to learn within a technical industry

  • Previous experience in customer service, administration or inventory support is beneficial but not essential

  • Visa sponsorship is not available, you must have an existing right to work in the UK