Office Administrator

Friendship Estates; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in animal feed production is looking for an Office Administrator to support daily operations and enhance office efficiency. The role involves various administrative duties, including order processing and communication with clients, in a vibrant office environment. Ideal candidates are problem solvers with experience in Microsoft Word and Excel, located at the Head Office in Doncaster, offering a salary between £28,000 and £35,000.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel necessary.
• A drive to improve and find solutions is crucial.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations and production scheduling.
• Process orders and manage office supplies.
• Handle communications with customers and suppliers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Good telephone manner

Adaptability

Resilience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Closing Date for Applicants:
Monday 7th July 2025

Friendship Estates are producers of high-quality animal feeds - for horses: ReadiGrass, HorseHage and Mollichaff, and for small animals our range of Friendly products. These are grown and produced on our farming estate, enabling good control over consistency and traceability; and sold through wholesalers and retailers across the country.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our family farming and feed manufacturing business as an Office Administrator. The position will suit someone who will relish a diverse and valued role in our interconnected business.

The successful candidate will assist with the smooth running of our business. The position has great variety and changes with the seasons.

We have a small office team and good communication is essential.

For the successful candidate there will be involvement in all aspects of office administration and planning. This will give experience in sales and purchasing, plus production planning and quality systems. Experience will be helpful, but a sense of purpose and a drive to improve more beneficial. Your involvement and responsibility will grow with your experience and ability.

Key responsibilities:

Support day-to-day operations

Production scheduling and recording

Processing orders and deliveries

Handling communications with customers and suppliers, by telephone and email

Transport planning and booking

Managing office supplies

Collaboration with management and staff to ensure smooth processes

Key abilities:

A drive to find improvements and solutions to problems

Confident and accurate with numbers

Adaptability and resilience

Good telephone manner

Day to day experience of using Microsoft Word and Excel

This is an office based role, located at our Head Office in Stubbs Walden, just north of Doncaster, which is a rural location. Own transport is essential.

The hours are 8am till 5pm Monday - Friday, with an hour for lunch.

Salary would depend on ability and experience, £28k - £35k per annum.