THE COMPANY
Mims and Errington Reay are amongst the UK's leading brands of outdoor pots and garden products to the garden centres and major retailers for over 36 years. The company has achieved considerable growth in recent times and is recruiting for an Administrator to support the Operations Manager in international logistics and stock control functions.
THE ROLE
You will be working with the Operations Manager, supporting a wide range of tasks from overseas supplier communication, inventory management, stock control, and international freight logistics. Your role is to ensure that all administrative tasks are completed to a high standard, meeting key deadlines and keeping the business running smoothly through good stock control.
TRAINING
Training will be provided on the company's systems and processes together with any other training specific to our business and the role. The position is a starting point to join and learn a unique business with the opportunity to grow and take on additional responsibilities, becoming a key member of the Operations team.
MAIN DUTIES
* General administration managing all communications with international suppliers, shipping companies, and the sales department
* Managing the critical path of purchase orders, overseas shipments, and samples
* Data entry of new products and updating information in the stock database
* Providing updates to the team regarding inbound shipments and stock levels
* Assisting with pricing and costings
* Handling any purchase queries and resolving quality issues with suppliers
* Preparing purchase orders for authorisation and sign-off
* All activities relating to the shipping of orders and documentation
* Checking invoices for payment
* Assisting with marketing literature and sales promotions
* Any other duties to meet the operational needs of the business and holiday cover
SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS
* At least 3 years' recent experience in an administrative position, preferably with a buying/shipping background within a commercial/trading company/import and export environment.
* Strong numeracy and excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
* Articulate in verbal and written communication at management level
* Ability to take ownership of role and duties
* Attention to detail with a "doing it right first time" attitude
* Great analytical ability and critical thinking skills
* Superb problem-solving and decision-making skills
* A fast learner and flexible to navigate changes
REMUNERATION
* Salary between £26,000 to £28,000 per annum depending on experience and personal skills
* 25 days holidays rising to 28 days with service, plus public holidays and a day off on your birthday
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Company pension scheme
* Staff performance bonus
This position is a full-time, Monday to Friday, permanent position with a 6-month probation period. We are open to applications from senior administrators/managers with the core skills to fill the vacancy and will remunerate according to skills and experience. Immediate start preferable.
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Day off on your birthday
* Health & wellbeing programme
Please apply by sending your CV, together with a covering letter including your personal email address and contact telephone number to contact for an interview. Please email to jobs@mimspottery.com
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
* What administrative experience do you have relative to this vacancy?
* Please state your earliest start date or notice period in current employment.
* What is your current salary? The advertised salary range can be reviewed to match your current remuneration package for the right candidate from a strong admin background/senior administrator/management position.
Experience:
* Microsoft Excel: 3 years (preferred)
* Administrative: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 10/01/2025
Reference ID: Ops Admin Jan 25
Expected start date: 20/01/2025
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