Administrator / Operations & Procurement Administration Coordinator

AWD online; Kettering; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in Eccles, Manchester is seeking an Operations Administrator to provide strong operational and secretarial support to the management team. Ideal candidates should have experience in a manufacturing environment and be proficient in administrative tasks. The role offers a competitive salary of £25,000 - £28,000 per annum and comes with additional benefits such as a generous pension scheme and eyecare vouchers. This is a full-time, office-based position.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Generous Pension Scheme up to 12.1%

Eyecare Vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience providing operational administrative support in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Familiarity with ISO, COMAH, and other regulatory frameworks is advantageous.
• Experience working with regulatory reporting and compliance systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive secretarial support to Site and Operational Managers.
• Manage all raw material purchase orders and associated administration.
• Ensure accurate records for audits and compliance.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Additional secretarial or administrative training

Green/Black Belt or other lean manufacturing certification

Job description

Operations Administrator / Procurement Administration Coordinator who has experience providing operational administrative and secretarial support for a management team, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment is required for a well-established company based in Eccles, Manchester, North West England.

SALARY: £25,000 - £28,000 per annum

BENEFITS: Flexible Hours, Generous Pension Scheme up to 12.1%, Eyecare Vouchers, Employee Assistance Programme

LOCATION: Eccles, Manchester, North West England (100% Office Based)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Operations Administrator / Procurement Administration Coordinatorwho has experience providing operational administrative and secretarial support for a management team, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment

Working in this multifaceted role as an Operations Administrator / Procurement Administration Coordinator you will be integral to the smooth running of the company’s operations, providing comprehensive administrative support to Site and Operational Managers.

As the Operations Administrator / Procurement Administration Coordinator you will also manage all raw material purchase orders and the associated administration, ensuring meticulous record-keeping and clear communication with all site stakeholders.

DUTIES

Your duties as an Operations Administrator / Procurement Administration Coordinator will include:

Administrative Support (Operational)

• Provide comprehensive secretarial support to Site and Operational Managers, including diary and meeting management, and document preparation

• Support the maintenance and distribution of site-wide policies, procedures, and communications

• Manage ad hoc purchases and one-off bookings as required

Administrative Support (Procurement)

• Raise purchase orders and administer the full procurement cycle, including updating pricing and maintaining supplier lists

• Coordinate the booking of incoming deliveries, ensuring smooth logistics with customs, transport, and warehouse teams

• Administer the supplier complaints procedure and maintain approved material lists

Compliance & Document Control

• Manage the Site Management System's document control, ensuring accurate records for audits and compliance (e.g., ISO 9001, 14001, 18001)

• Coordinate and administer safety reporting systems, including near-miss reports and hazard control tours

Regulatory Reporting & Communication

• Maintain accurate records and compile reports for regulatory bodies such as the EA, HSE, and the local council

• Act as the designated crisis communications contact, updating internal and external channels during emergencies

Engineering, Operational, Sales & Marketing Support

• Provide administrative support to the Engineering function, managing maintenance records and systems

• Arrange meetings, book venues, and manage travel logistics (flights, hotels) for various teams

Training & Compliance Support

• Schedule and maintain training records for operational staff, including FLT training and other site-specific programmes

• Coordinate site-based NVQ and competency frameworks, acting as the main point of contact for external verifiers

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Additional secretarial or administrative training is advantageous

• Previous experience in a similar role preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Experience working with regulatory reporting and compliance systems is preferred

• Green/Black Belt or other lean manufacturing certification a plus

• Technical & Regulatory Knowledge

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other office management software

• Familiarity with ISO, COMAH, and other regulatory frameworks

• Communication & Organizational Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P13784

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