Hetal Bhica
Watford,UK
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in procurement and purchasing coordination, supplier and vendor management, and logistics and shipment planning. Proficient in import/export documentation, inventory and stock control, and freight coordination. Demonstrates strong skills in cost control and budget management, utilising ERP systems such as Epicor, Sage, and Kissflow. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word enhances communication and problem-solving capabilities. Committed to optimising operational efficiency through strategic planning and effective resource management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator
Balton CP Ltd
Watford, Hertfordshire
01.2018 - 05.2026
- Responsible for managing end-to-end purchasing and logistics operations within a fast-paced environment. Duties include supplier communication, negotiation support, and purchase order processing. Coordinate both international and domestic shipments, working closely with freight forwarders, customers, customs agents, and inspection bodies where required.
- Prepare and review all shipping documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and related export paperwork to ensure compliance with international shipping requirements. Monitor stock levels and support inventory planning to maintain efficient supply chain flow.
- Liaise daily with suppliers and subsidiaries internal departments to ensure timely order fulfilment and smooth operational processes. Track shipments from dispatch to delivery, proactively resolving any logistics or customs related issues.
- Extensive use of ERP systems including Epicor, Sage, and Kissflow for procurement processing, supplier management, and workflow approvals. Continuously support process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy across logistics functions.
- Trained new team members on purchasing systems and protocols.
Education
ISCAL - Institute of Accounting and Business Administration
Lisbon, PortugalSkills
- Procurement & Purchasing Coordination
- Supplier & Vendor Management
- Logistics & Shipment Planning
- Import / Export Documentation
- Inventory & Stock Control
- Freight Coordination
- Cost Control & Budget Management
- ERP Systems: Epicor, Sage, Kissflow
- Microsoft Excel & Word (Advanced)
- Communication & Problem Solving
Languages
Hindi
Advanced
Portuguese
Proficient (C2)
Gujarati
Proficient (C2)
Additional information
- Eligible to work in the UK.
- Open to remote and hybrid roles.
Timeline
Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator
Balton CP Ltd
01.2018 - 05.2026
ISCAL - Institute of Accounting and Business Administration