Operations Assistant

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Location: Brackley, Northamptonshire
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Circa £35,000 (dependent on experience)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 17:00 - 37.5 hours per week

Our client, a leading organisation in its sector, is seeking an organised, proactive, and adaptable *** Operations Assistant *** to support the smooth functioning of its operational and administrative processes. This is a critical role that works across departments, directly supporting senior operational leadership and contributing to continuous improvement and project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive administrative support to senior operations staff, including the Chief Operating Officer, Head of Procurement, and Warehouse Manager.
• Coordinate and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist the technical team with the organisation of training and preparation of technical documentation.
• Support operational projects across the business, ensuring alignment with timelines and standards.
• Maintain and manage PPM scheduling via Trello, ensuring all information is kept current for compliance and certification purposes.
• Act as a point of contact for operational and facilities-related queries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Support compliance documentation management for Health & Safety within the warehouse.
• Oversee the provision and allocation of staff uniforms to ensure adherence to standards.
• Assist in the management of facilities and sundry items for the Brackley site.
• Provide administrative support to the purchasing team, including the management of product codes and familiarity with the internal processes - once trained.

Candidate Profile:

• A minimum NVQ Level 3, A Level or equivalent education.
• Demonstrated experience in a comprehensive administrative role within an operational environment.
• Strong planning, organisation, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Confident communicator with effective written and verbal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently when needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with NetSuite is advantageous.
• Customer-focused, team-oriented, and flexible with a proactive approach.

Package Include:

• Salary circa £35,000 depending on experience
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional birthday leave day
• Stakeholder pension plan