Admin Assistant

Blue Arrow; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in Sunderland is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant for a temporary role. The successful candidate will manage purchase orders, payroll data, and invoicing within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are essential. The role offers £14.06 per hour with a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar industry.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• End‑to‑end purchase order management.
• Input payroll data from timesheets into Excel.
• Handle payroll and HR queries.
• Process invoicing.
• Order consumables and stationery.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to join our client on a temporary ongoing basis. This position will provide vital support to two departments within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, ensuring efficient operations and accurate documentation.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar industry and demonstrate strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Duties

• End‑to‑end purchase order (PO) management – raising and sending POs to suppliers
• Input payroll data from timesheets into Excel
• Handle payroll and HR queries (including maternity leave, SSP, and employee changes)
• Process invoicing
• Order consumables, workwear, and stationery
• Distribute quotes to engineers and track status
• Support invoicing by checking quote status and marking approvals
• Support with overtime payroll entries

Skills & Experience Required

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with suppliers, engineers, and internal teams

Rate

£14.06 per hour

Hours

• Monday – Thursday: 8am – 4:30pm
• Friday: 8am – 2:30pm
• 40hrs per week

Role

Start date: Mon 8th Dec – Temporary ongoing

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