Talent.com
Universal Business Team
Operations AdministratorUniversal Business Team • Basildon, England, GB
Operations Administrator

Operations Administrator

Universal Business Team • Basildon, England, GB
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Our client, a well established family run business based in Basildon, is seeking a highly organised and proactive Operations Administrator to support the day-to-day running of their busy Operations Department. This is a fast-paced role requiring a candidate who can think quickly, manage multiple priorities, and adopt a solution-focused approach to problem-solving.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience within an operations, transport planning, logistics, or supply chain environment and will be confident liaising with suppliers and customers, and ensuring operational processes run smoothly and efficiently. Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage supplier purchase orders and delivery dates within Pipedrive, ensuring all information is accurate and up to date
  • Maintain and update delivery schedules and order information on Google Sheets
  • Act as the main point of contact for direct supplier deliveries, resolving issues as needed
  • Record and track action points from weekly Operations Meeting
  • Issue end-of-day invoicing to Accounts by required cut-off times
  • Book in standard deliveries and installation appointments with clients
  • Handle general administrative customer enquiries related to orders, deliveries, and installations
  • Follow up on completed deliveries and installations to gather customer feedback and log outcomes for ISO compliance
  • Match delivery notes to corresponding orders for master filing and record-keeping, Including Proof of Delivery (POD) documentation for completed deliveries
  • Provide Sales Team with regular updates regarding supplier lead times

Requirements

  • Previous experience in an Operations Administration, Logistics, Transport Planning, Supply Chain, or similar role.
  • Experience working within a fast-paced operations environment where priorities can change quickly.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy, showing strong problem-solving abilities and a solution-oriented mindset.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace (Excel, Word, Docs, Sheets)
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
  • Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Benefits

  • Salary £28,000 - £32,000 depending on experience
  • Profit related bonus scheme
  • 7.30am – 4.30am Monday- Friday with 1 hour for lunch
  • 20 days holiday + bank holidays

Please note- due to the nature of this role, it is office based amongst the team

Create a job alert for this search

Operations Administrator • Basildon, England, GB

Similar jobs

Contracts Administrator

Service Care Solutions LtdSevenoaks, England, GB
Temporary

Contracts Administrator – Sevenoaks.Location: Sevenoaks (Hybrid Working).Contract: 6‑Month Fixed‑Term Contract.We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Contracts Administrator to support... Show more

 • Promoted

Site Administrator

Integrate Engineering ResourcesTilbury, England, GB
Full-time

Integrate Engineering Resources is currently recruiting for a site based Administrator on behalf of our client for a major industrial construction project in Tilbury, Essex.Raising and processing p... Show more

 • Promoted

Operations Director

FreedomBasildon, England, GB
Permanent

The Operations Director is a pivotal executive role responsible for strategic oversight, operational efficiency, and organizational growth.This position requires a combination of leadership, analyt... Show more

 • Promoted

Service Desk Administrator, based near Dartford

Pertemps TMDartford,South East,UK
£26,000.00 yearly
Full-time
Quick Apply

Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00.A growing and well-established Building Services and Facilities Maintenance provider delivering HVAC, Mechanical, Electrical and Compliance solutions to commercial cl... Show more

IT Administrator

VVB EngineeringChelmsford, England, GB
Full-time

VVB Engineering are Mechanical and Electrical Installation services for a variety of industries.An opportunity has arisen for an IT Administrator to support the IT Manager and external IT Support t... Show more

 • Promoted

Events Administrator

Alzheimer's Research UKGreat Abington, England, GB
Full-time

The Events team sits within the Insight & Strategic Development team at Alzheimer’s Research UK (ARUK).The purpose of this team is to deliver long‑term and tactical insight that is grounded in a de... Show more

 • Promoted

Sales Administrator

Streamline Search LimitedSaffron Walden, ENG, GB
Full-time

Our client is a family-owned business with over 30 years of success as a leading manufacturer and distributor of window and door hardware.On behalf of our client, we are looking to recruit a accura... Show more

 • Promoted

Operations & Administrative Coordinator

Magenta Recruitment LtdDartford, England, GB
Full-time +2

Operations & Administrative Coordinator.We're currently recruiting for an.Operations & Administrative Coordinator.This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, detail-oriented administrator wh... Show more

 • Promoted

Risk Manager

Sanderson Government and DefenceStansted Mountfitchet, ENG, GB
Full-time

Location: Stansted (3 days per week onsite)?? Rate: £410.Contract: Inside IR35? Duration: August 2026 - May 2027?? Hours: 40 hours per week?? Clearance: BPSS required, with the potential requ... Show more

 • Promoted

Freelance Administrator & Project Coordinator | Events & Marquee Hire

Sail & PegTonbridge, England, United Kingdom
Full-time
Quick Apply

Freelance Administrator & Project Coordinator | Events & Marquee Hire.Office Based | Tonbridge, Kent.Sail & Peg is looking for a highly organised Freelance Administrator & Project Coordinator to su... Show more

Trainee Website Administrator - £25,000 - £50,000 A Year - Remote - No Experience Required

ITOL RecruitRomford, United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland, UK
Remote
Full-time

Trainee Coding Programme – No Experience Needed.Future-proof your career in Coding – starting today.Looking for a career change? Maybe you’re already working but want a more technical role with bet... Show more

 • Promoted

Planning Administrator

PeoplebankSnodland, England, GB
Full-time

That’s why we need people like you.People who appreciate their role in helping others to be successful.Work orders don’t plan themselves — and that’s where you come in.As a Planner, you’ll be right... Show more

 • Promoted

SHEQ Administrator

Focus Resourcing GroupBrentwood, Essex, GB
Permanent +1

Once permanent, the role will initially be a contract to cover a maternity leave.Hourly rate is based on a salary of between.Candidates who prefer a micro-managed environment will not be right for ... Show more

 • Promoted

Operations Director

Lucy Group LtdEssex, England, GB
Full-time

Blakley Electrics is a respected UK manufacturer of high‑performance power distribution, protection, transformer and site lighting products, with more than 65 years’ experience in specialist electr... Show more

 • Promoted

Operations Director

Empro ConsultantsChelmsford, England, GB
Full-time

Empro Talent are hiring on behalf of a leading IT solutions business within the Healthcare & Justice environments, an experienced Operations Director to oversee the day to day operations of the bus... Show more

 • Promoted

Aftersales Administrator

WATCHES OF SWITZERLANDChelmsford, England, GB
Full-time

The Aftersales Administrator will take ownership of the day-to-day operations within our Aftersales department, ensuring a seamless and elevated client experience at every touchpoint.Acting as a ke... Show more

 • Promoted

Office Administrator

GBN ASSOCIATES LIMITEDGrays, England, GB
Full-time +1

Our client is currently looking for an experienced Admin Assistant to work within their busy office in West Thurrock.Duties for this role include data entry, filing, answering the phone and dealing... Show more

 • Promoted

Warehouse Administrator & Customer Service Agent

Zendbox | eCommerce Fulfilment SpecialistWhetsted, England, GB
Full-time

Zendlbox, a leader in eCommerce fulfilment, is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Warehouse Based Administrator and Customer Service Agent who will provide exceptional support to our clients.Our mi... Show more

 • Promoted

Customer Service and Logistics Administrator

ADMSaffron Walden, England, GB
Full-time

Customer Service and Logistics Administrator.Customer Service and Logistics Administrator.Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring smooth order fulfillment proc... Show more

 • Promoted

Luxury Retail Repairs & Customer Service Administrator

Hollybank Trustees LtdThurrock, England, GB
Full-time

Chisholm Hunter in Lakeside, West Thurrock, UK, is recruiting a Customer Service and Repairs Administrator to join our Lakeside store.This fully onsite role runs Monday to Friday, with a starting s... Show more