Supply Chain Admin Assistant
High Wycombe, office-based 2-3 days per week
Mint Velvet began when founders Liz Houghton and Lisa Agar-Rea set out to create an unfailingly chic collection of contemporary, great quality staples and elevated fits that they felt were missing from their wardrobes. Feeling frustrated that they couldn’t find anything they wanted to wear, or the great customer service they craved, they started fusing relaxed comfort with glamorous yet wearable fashion trends. Relaxed Glamour was born.
We want to be a force for good and are committed to becoming a more circular and responsible business, from the fabrics we choose to our considered processes. We are an agile and growing business, and we work hard to create an environment which allows for growth and progression, balanced with the support and flexibility needed to meet the challenge of a high-performance culture.
Our leadership teams and founders sit amongst the teams and encourage a culture of balance and passion. MV is a very special place, and our values are anchored by three main pillars: people, planet, and community.
As Supply Chain Admin Assistant, you will support in the cost effective, timely and compliant (HMRC & Transportation) movement of all imported and exported stock. You will ensure the smooth flow of goods from origin to final delivery destination, maintaining awareness of cost efficiencies, market restrictions and brand requirements.
Our Values:
With Soul. Courage & Resilience. Passion & Drive. Entrepreneurial Spirit. Collaborative.
The Role:
1. Provide critical assistance to the imports & exports team; ensuring all stock movement is timely & compliant
2. Work as main point of contact for Freight Forwarders and DC (Distribution Centre) on imports and exports to ensure a smooth flow of goods from origin to planned destination
3. Partner with your line manager to continually improve your own performance – taking an active role in setting and achieving stretching objectives
4. Keep Buying, Merchandising & Digital teams informed and updated on all import/export processes and costs
5. Communicate any stock delays to B&M as well as Digital team to minimise the impact on pack launches/marketing activity
6. Monitor delays and notify the Supply Chain team of any recurring delays requiring investigation
7. Calculate freight pre costings and communicate these, along with other relevant information, to the teams in order to assist them in making informed decisions on import/export method
8. Confidently check and flag any errors on customs entries e.g. commodity codes, customs procedure codes as well as calculating duty and VAT
9. Provide support and information to the Supply Chain Manager for Freight Forwarder Operational meetings and attending meetings as required, in order to review and monitor service levels and key performance indicators to meet business needs
10. Ensure all import/export processes/customs practices are compliant and are updated in line with changing HMRC legislation in order to maintain compliance
To join our vibrant and fast-growing business you need:
11. A positive and professional attitude, demonstrating a drive to work consistently to high standards and within agreed timeframes
12. Great communication skills, both written and interpersonal, and comfortable presenting to others
13. To be comfortable with numbers and data
14. The ability to match your productivity to the fast pace required in this role
You'll be rewarded with:
15. Competitive starting salary and great career prospects in a fast paced and growing business
16. 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and a day off on your birthday
17. Company-funded private health insurance
18. Discretionary bonus scheme
19. 50% staff discount
20. Interest-free Season ticket loan
21. Bespoke induction support and ongoing development to help you thrive in your new role
22. Summer hours - 3pm finishes every Friday throughout June, July & August
23. A welcoming and inspiring work-environment - social activities, an early finish on pay day and more