Office Manager

A dynamic, broad role that comes with plenty of progression, this is an opportunity for an experienced Office Manager who strives for excellence and takes pride in the small details, the ones that keep the office running like clockwork.

What’s in it for you?

• Work hours: Monday to Thursday: 9am to 5pm; Friday 9am to 3pm
• Salary: Up to £45,000
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
• Access to a pension scheme
• Private medical cover
• Life Insurance
• Discretionary bonus

Office Manager Responsibilities:

• Oversee and act as a mentor to the administration team, providing day-to-day support and guidance
• Undertake regular reviews to discuss wins, set KPIs and goals, and provide constructive feedback
• Ensure the smooth running of the department, ensuring all workflows are efficient and effective
• Identify areas of improvement to introduce and implement new processes and procedures that enhance team and business performance and ensuring they are in line with sector regulations
• Take ownership of purchasing and procurement, which involves negotiating contracts, and monitoring all outstanding orders
• Act as a point of contact for suppliers, maintaining strong relationships with existing suppliers and building trusting relationships with new ones
• Manage and order stock, ensuring all stock levels are well maintained and are available to fulfil customer orders
• Undertake cost comparisons for carriers and products, ensuring all solutions are cost-effective and in line with budgets
• Support with customer orders, handling customer enquiries, and processing orders when necessary
• Ensure the CRM is maintained and contains accurate sales data and activity, and is utilising Sage to input product codes

Office Manager Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience as an Office Manager, ideally gained within the manufacturing sector
• Strong managerial experience, able to inspire and motivate a team, while providing guidance and support
• Possesses knowledge of procurement, with a good understanding of purchasing and supply chain
• An understanding of financial operations and is proficient in accounting software such as Sage
• Knowledge of logistics would be an advantage
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, able to build lasting relationships and liaise at all levels
• Has a keen eye for detail and a passion for accuracy
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment, where multitasking comes part and parcel