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Careersβ€ΊRolesβ€ΊSupply Chain Coordinator
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Supply Chain Coordinator

The product flow organizer β€” coordinating supply chain activities to keep materials and products moving.

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Industries that often hire Supply Chain Coordinators
Transportation & Logistics Β· 32%Wholesale & Distribution Β· 17%Manufacturing Β· 13%Government Β· 7%Retail Β· 5%Professional Services Β· 4%
Job markets for Supply Chain Coordinators
Where Supply Chain Coordinator jobs concentrate Β· ~353 metro areas
Based on employment in related occupations
Mapped SOC categories:
Operations
BLS Occupational Employment Statistics
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What it's like

What it's like to be a Supply Chain Coordinator

As a Supply Chain Coordinator, you coordinate supply chain activities across the flow of goods. You're tracking orders, coordinating with suppliers and logistics, managing inventory, and ensuring supply chain operations run smoothly.

Your day connects supply chain parties. You might track purchase orders, then coordinate with logistics on shipments, then update planning on arrival timing, then manage inventory transactions, then communicate with suppliers. You're ensuring supply chain activities are coordinated effectively.

The hardest part is managing complexity across multiple parties. Supply chains involve many players β€” suppliers, carriers, warehouses, customers. You need to keep everyone aligned while handling routine coordination. The people who thrive here are organized, communicative, and can see how pieces connect.

What people in this role value
IndependenceAbove avg
Working ConditionsAbove avg
SupportAbove avg
AchievementModerate
RecognitionModerate
RelationshipsModerate
O*NET Work Values survey
Role Profile
StrategyExecution
StructuredAdaptable
ManagingContributing
CollaborativeIndependent
Things that vary from job to job as a Supply Chain Coordinator
Supply chain scopeIndustry sectorComplexity levelSystem maturityTeam structure
Supply chain coordination varies by scope and industry. Scope might be narrow or comprehensive. Different industries have different supply chain characteristics. Complexity varies by supplier base and product. System maturity affects visibility and tools.
✦ Editorial β€” written by Truest from industry research and career patterns
Career Paths

Where this role sits in the broader career landscape β€” and where it can take you.

Earning potential across this track
$239K$179K$119K$60K$0KLower paying387 metro areas, sorted by salary level
All experience levels1
This level's estimated range
INDUSTRIES PAYING ABOVE AVERAGE
Technology & Information$160K+37%
Professional Services$156K+33%
Financial Services$149K+27%
Energy & Utilities$142K+21%
Government$124K+5%
Compared to Operations average across all industries
1 BLS OEWS May 2024 covers all Supply Chain Coordinators (SOC 11-3071.04), not just this title Β· BEA RPP 2023
* Top salaries exceed this figure. BLS caps reported wages at ~$240K to protect individual privacy in high-earning roles.
Related rolesExplore Operations β†’
Supply Chain CoordinatorGlobal Supply Chain CoordinatorSupply Chain Design CoordinatorSupply Chain Product CoordinatorSupply Chain Program CoordinatorSupply Chain Project CoordinatorSupply Chain Systems CoordinatorSupply Chain Planning CoordinatorSupply Chain Strategy CoordinatorSupply Chain Analytics CoordinatorSupply Chain Operations CoordinatorSupply Chain Development CoordinatorManufacturing Supply Chain Coordinator
Exploring the Supply Chain Coordinator career path? Truest helps you figure out if it's the right fit β€” and plan your path forward.
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What it takes to advance
1
Supply chain knowledge
Deeper understanding opens advancement
2
Analytics
Data skills differentiate
3
Process improvement
Improving processes creates opportunities
Lateral Moves
Logistics Coordinator β†’
If you want logistics focus
Procurement Coordinator β†’
If you want purchasing focus
Questions you might ask when interviewing
What supply chain scope would I cover?
What would I coordinate?
What systems are used?
How complex is the supply chain?
What does advancement look like?
✦ Editorial β€” career progression and interview guidance based on industry patterns
The Broader Landscape

Roles like this one sit within a broader occupational category. The numbers below reflect that full landscape β€” helpful for context, but your specific experience will depend on level, specialty, and where you work.

$61K–$181K
Salary Range
10th – 90th percentile
213K
U.S. Employment
+6.1%
10yr Growth
19K
Annual Openings

How Supply Chain Coordinator pay & employment are changing

$110K$107K$104K$101K$99K201920202021202220232024$99K$110K
BLS OEWS May 2024 Β· BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034

Skills & Requirements

Reading ComprehensionCoordinationSpeakingTime ManagementJudgment and Decision MakingMonitoringActive ListeningComplex Problem SolvingSystems EvaluationCritical Thinking
O*NET OnLine Β· Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mapped SOC Codes
11-3071.04

Explore related roles

Roles with similar work and overlapping career paths

midSupply Chain Manager$102KseniorInventory Control Supervisor$84KmidParts Manager$75KmidMaterials Planner$85KseniorSenior Materials Planner$85KseniorLogistics Supervisor$102K
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Common questions about what it's like to be a Supply Chain Coordinator

What does a Supply Chain Coordinator do?

The product flow organizer β€” coordinating supply chain activities to keep materials and products moving.

How much does a Supply Chain Coordinator make?

Median pay for a Supply Chain Coordinator is about $102K nationally, with the field ranging roughly from $61K to $181K depending on experience, employer, and metro (BLS).

What skills does a Supply Chain Coordinator need?

Core skills for this role include Reading Comprehension, Coordination, Speaking, Time Management, and Judgment and Decision Making.

What education do you need to be a Supply Chain Coordinator?

Most people in this role hold a bachelor's degree.

Is a Supply Chain Coordinator in demand?

Employment in this field is projected to grow about 6.1% through 2034, with roughly 213,000 people working in it today (BLS).

What jobs are similar to a Supply Chain Coordinator?

Closely related roles include Supply Chain Manager, Inventory Control Supervisor, and Parts Manager.

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Federal data: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2024) Β· BLS Employment Projections Β· O*NET OnLine
Truest editorial: Fit check, role profile, things that vary, advancement analysis, lateral moves, interview questions.