Operations Administrator

Fresh Direct; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice supplier in the UK is seeking an Operations Administrator for a 6-month fixed term contract in Reading. The role demands strong office administration skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and attention to detail. You'll facilitate communication between teams, manage documentation, and support warehouse operations. With competitive pay and various benefits, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive team.

Benefits

Access to Wagestream for early salary access

Purchase additional annual leave

24/7 GP appointments and health services

Life assurance

Access to discounts on products and services

Discounted prices for company products

Qualifications

• Experience in an office environment is required.
• Ability to create Excel charts and maintain accuracy in documentation.
• Proactive mindset with eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate seamless communication between operations and warehouse teams.
• Manage documentation and quality control for reports.
• Support warehouse operations as needed.

Skills

Prior office experience

Strong IT skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

D365

Job description

Operations Administrator

• Full-time
• Compensation: from GBP34,403 - yearly

Job Description

Operations Administrator - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
Annual Salary: £34,403 (£14.70 per hour)
Shift pattern: Any 5 from 7, Rotating Shift Pattern (including weekends)
Start times rotate from 06:00 to 09:00 / Finish times rotate from 15:30 to 18:30
45 Hours per week

We’re currently looking for a Warehouse Administrator to join us at our depot in Reading. This is a great opportunity if you are looking for a role with lots of variety where you can expand upon your office administration skills within a supportive team. This is a busy role and no 2 days will be the same!

In this role, you’ll be the vital link between the operations, warehouse, and stock teams—ensuring seamless communication and support to keep everything in our Depot running smoothly. Working alongside a collaborative team of colleagues, you'll tackle a variety of office tasks, from reviewing documents and managing paper‑based systems to using specialised software. You'll also play a key role in creating Excel‑based charts and tables, maintaining quality control for reports and documentation, and stepping in to support warehouse operations when needed.

To thrive in this role, you should have prior office experience and strong IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office. Familiarity with SAP or D365 would be a plus. A keen eye for detail is essential to maintain high levels of accuracy, along with excellent organisational skills to manage your workload efficiently. Strong communication skills will be key in building and maintaining great working relationships. If you’re eager to learn.NAME* and bring a proactive mindset, we’ll provide all the training you need to succeed.

This is a great role that offers the opportunity to obtain experience within a large organisation. In addition to a competitive monthly salary, company pension, you can also look forward to the following benefits:

• Wagestream – Access to an app that gives you early access یوearned salary and supports financial wellbeingэз
• The option to purchase additional annual leave
• Help at Hand – Access to 24/7 GP appointments, physiotherapy and a range of health and wellbeing services for you and your family
• Life assurance
• Access to Sysco Perks offering discounts across a wide range of products and services – from gym membership to your weekly supermarket shop
• The ability to purchase our products at hugely discounted prices

To enjoy the rewards of joining our supportive team, apply now.

Additional Information

At Brakes everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV,_upgrade_ we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for each other and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Brakes and we recognise that Brakes can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.

Brakes

Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation, we are the UK’s largest foodservice supplier. Every day Brakes deliver the highest quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients from our nationwide network of distribution centres to some of the nation’s most famous pubs and restaurants, as well as schools, caterers, care homes and hospitals. Our customers depend on us, and our 8,000‑strong workforce is dedicated and proudicciones to be part of this vital provision. And we’re growing!