Ethical Trade IT Support Administrator

PRIMARK; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A major retail company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Ethical Trade IT Support Administrator to manage IT systems and provide support for ethical trade initiatives. The ideal candidate will collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, maintain critical systems, and ensure compliance with ethical standards. This role offers benefits including healthcare, 27 days of leave, and a supportive team environment. Your expertise in database systems and ethical trade processes will be crucial for success in this position.

Benefits

Healthcare

Pension

Potential bonus

Tax Saver Tickets

Fitness centre

Subsidised cafeteria

Qualifications

• Has knowledge of Ethical Trade audit approval processes and understands clerical and administrative procedures.
• Is confident using database systems, reporting tools, and other IT systems in a fast-paced environment.
• Can manage complex supply chains and work effectively with diverse cultures across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for Ethical Trade and Environmental Sustainability teams.
• Maintain and support critical systems and data flows.
• Support system training and assist with the creation of training materials.

Skills

Knowledge of Ethical Trade audit approval processes

Confident using database systems

Ability to manage complex supply chains

Collaborative communication

Sound judgement and risk consideration

Analytical and proactive mindset

Tools

Power BI

Power Apps

Job description

Ethical Trade and Environmental Sustainability at Primark

We're responsible for keeping an eye on Primark's social and sustainability commitments as part of our Primark Cares strategy. As part of our 130-strong team, you'll collaborate with suppliers, champion ethical practices, and make a tangible difference. All with the purpose of ensuring we meet social compliance, environmental sustainability & legislative requirements, industry initiatives and standards.

What You'll Do as a Ethical Trade IT Support Administrator

• Act as the first point of contact for Ethical Trade and Environmental Sustainability teams, providing expert support for IT systems, access management, troubleshooting, and MFA connectivity issues.
• Maintain and support critical systems and data flows, including testing system changes, resolving supply chain linking issues, updating Power Apps, and producing Power BI reports.
• Support system training by assisting with the creation, review, and ongoing maintenance of training materials and processes used across ETES teams.
• Build strong collaborative relationships with internal and external IT stakeholders, including ABF Corp, and contribute to cross functional projects such as Project Phoenix.
• Provide responsive process and system support to buyers, sourcing teams, field teams, suppliers, and factories, ensuring accurate data, efficient workflows, and ease of reporting.
• Assist with governance activities such as access reviews, data maintenance, and quarterly compliance checks, supporting the smooth operation of all ETES systems.

What You'll Get

• Healthcare, pension, and potential bonus.
• 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays.
• Because Primark is all about tailoring to you, we offer Tax Saver Tickets, fitness centre, and a subsidised cafeteria.

What You'll Bring

• Has knowledge of Ethical Trade audit approval processes and understands clerical and administrative procedures.
• Is confident using database systems, reporting tools, and other IT systems in a fast paced environment.
• Can manage complex supply chains and work effectively with diverse cultures across global teams.
• Adapts well to change, works collaboratively, and communicates clearly with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Uses sound judgement, considers risk and worker welfare, and maintains the security and integrity of systems and data.
• Works with integrity, values diversity, is analytical and proactive, and continually looks for ways to improve systems and processes.

Does this sound like you? Great, because we can't wait to see what you'll bring. You'll be supported within a team of equally capable people, celebrating who you are and aiding you reach your potential. At Primark, we're excited about our future - and we're excited to develop yours.

About Primark

At Primark, people matter. They're the beating heart of our business and the reason we've grown from our first store in Dublin in 1969 to a £9bn+ turnover business and over 80,000 colleagues and over 440 stores in 17 countries today. Our values run through everything we do. In essence, we're Caring and always strive to put people first. We're also Dynamic, bravely pushing the boundaries to stay ahead. And finally, we succeed Together.

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