Operational Support Administrator

B. Braun; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free car parking

Job summary

B. Braun is seeking an Operational Support Administrator for an 18-month fixed-term contract in Sheffield. The role focuses on ensuring smooth distribution operations, managing export consignments, coordinating logistics and providing comprehensive administrative support.

The position is based on-site at Thorncliffe Park, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week. You will handle transport bookings, export documentation, and customer communications while working closely with the distribution team to

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with a methodical and accurate approach.
• Confident handling telephone queries.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Experience using SAP transactions and distribution/exports processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage export consignments and transport bookings.
• Use SAP to confirm invoicing and process documentation.
• Authorise and control transport bookings for exceptions.
• Prepare and issue all customer orders documentation (pre-advice, labels, delivery notes).
• Coordinate deliveries with customers and oversee distribution emails.
• Work as part of the distribution team and respond to queries promptly.

Skills

Organised

Detail-oriented

Customer-focused

Team player

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are looking for a proactive and detail-focused Operational Support Administrator (18 month FTC) to join our team on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth operation of our distribution office by managing export consignments, coordinating logistics, completing and issuing customer orders documentation, and much more! This position is ideal for someone who is highly organised, proactive, and enjoys providing administrative support to ensure efficient and effective distribution operations. Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, on-site, Monday - Friday, 10am - 6pm. Location: Thorncliffe Park, Sheffield, S35 2PW - located just off Junction 35A of the M1. We offer free car parking. Your main responsibilities:

• Transport booking for all Customer Orders including export consignments.
• Using SAP transactions to confirm invoicing is completed.
• Authorise and control transport bookings for exceptions and upgrades.
• Completion and issue of all customer orders documentation including pre advise, labels and delivery notes.
• Booking in deliveries with customers.
• Control the pick run process and the distribution of customer orders to the Operational team.
• Oversee the distribution of emails received into both the central Distribution Centre and the Homecare inboxes.
  Understanding of general warehouse processes and health & safety
• Confident handling telephone queries
• Strong organisational skills with a methodical and accurate approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Customer-focused, reliable, self-motivated and able to work under pressure
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
  At B. Braun, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to healthcare while building a rewarding career with a global, family-owned organisation. We invest in our people through learning, development and long-term career opportunities, creating an environment where expertise is valued, ideas are encouraged and collaboration drives success. Whether you look to grow your career, expand your skills or make a genuine impact on patient outcomes, you’ll be part of a team helping to shape the future of healthcare.

What We Offer

• Career Development
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Long-term career opportunities within a global healthcare organisation
• Paid professional membership (where required)
• Opportunities to learn from experienced healthcare and industry professionals
• Reward & Benefits
• Discretionary annual and quarterly bonus scheme
• 7% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance at 3x salary
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Group income protection scheme
• Wellbeing & Lifestyle
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced family-friendly and sick pay benefits
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Everyday Discounts and Blue Light Card savings
• And much more.

Ready to Make an Impact

Join a market-leading healthcare organisation where your expertise helps support healthcare professionals and improve patient care across the UK.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At B. Braun, we believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to be themselves. We want every candidate to have a positive recruitment experience. If you need support during the hiring process, we’ll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best. Reasonable adjustments may include additional time for assessments, accessible interview arrangements or alternative interview formats. Our Talent Acquisition Specialists are happy to discuss any support you may need throughout the recruitment process.

What to Expect

Our recruitment process is designed to help us get to know you, while giving you the opportunity to learn more about B. Braun, our culture and the role. While the process may vary depending on the position, it will typically include: Hiring Panel interview (60 minutes) - a more detailed discussion about your skills, experience and how you could contribute to the team. Skills and role-related assessment(s) - an opportunity to showcase your expertise through activities relevant to the role.