Operations Administrator

**Operations Administrator**

**What’s the job and who would it suit?**

We have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Administrator to join our team in Hixon, Stafford. The role would suit someone who thrives within a busy fast paced environment having had previous administrative experience in the manufacturing industry.

**Where you’ll be working**

With a proud heritage and over fifty years of success, Allett Ltd are a pioneering manufacturer of precision lawnmowers. We are a wholly British-owned company, and we serve a broad customer base, from the avid gardener to the world's most famous sports grounds. We are now looking for new talent to join our skilled and knowledgeable team.

Our core values are at the heart of how we do business. If the following values resonate with you, then we may be a great match for one another.
- PASSIONATE - We are passionate about what we do and fixate on our customers together we create the world’s best sports surfaces and lawns.
- TEAM - We collaborate to develop and grow with our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Allett is a team, we harness our collective knowledge, skills, and expertise to succeed. Take responsibility, be respectful of others and our environment.
- RELIABLE - We are trustworthy, honest and respect Allett’s heritage. Rely on us, our systems and machinery.
- IMPROVE - We are curious and thrive on change; take risks, be creative and excite through innovation. There is always a better way.
- HARDWORK - We do more with less and punch above our weight. Urgency is crucial and self-motivation a must.

**The team you’ll be working in**

Working within the Logistics team, you will be responsible for providing fast efficient and effective administration support for both the Export/Goods out team and Stores/Goods in team.

**What you’ll be doing**

So that you can get a feel for the job, here is what you will be doing day to day:

- Provide administration support for the Export/Goods out team and Stores/Goods in team
- Ensure all UK dispatches are booked with transport companies in a timely manner
- Process goods in delivery notes and maintain goods in delivery log with support of Goods in Team Leader
- Keep in close contact with customers on export document changes and maintain shipping rules
- Maintain Export shipping log to ensure CMR/Proof of export documents are received and given to accounts
- Work closely with purchasing to ensure any incoming goods issues are dealt with in a timely manner
- Organise Import shipments working closely with the purchasing team
- Liaise with Customer Services regarding Shopify dispatches by sending daily dispatch updates
- Maintain and deliver 5S practices within the office areas
- Work closely with other departments to ensure the company achieve its objectives
- Deliver other reasonable duties the business requires

**What you’ll need to succeed**

**Need to know**
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of goods out and export processes
- Good understanding of Shipping/Incoterms
- Good knowledge of 5S practices
- Good understanding of Health and Safety regulations

**Need to have**
- Proven experience in a similar role
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Knowledge of shipping rules on exports and imports
- Can-do, problem-solving approach
- Ability to adapt and thrive under pressure
- Customer centric focus, both internal and external

**More about the job**

Hours of work are 40 hours per week - 08:00-17.00 Mon -Thu / 08:00-15:45 Fri

**Salary**: £20,000 - £23,000 per annum depending on experience.

Location: Hixon, Stafford (rural location)

**What’s on offer?**

Competitive salary, 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional week via salary sacrifice. Auto-enrolment pension scheme and development opportunities. Free onsite parking. Free PPE supplied with applicable roles.

Plus, the chance to work with a great team of people in a relaxed but hardworking environment.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £20,000.00-£23,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: One location