Operations Administrator

Adecco; Stafford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Job summary

Adecco is seeking an organised Operations Administrator to join a busy team in Stoke-on-Trent. The role supports both logistics and purchasing, requiring strong administration skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

You will coordinate transport, track deliveries, manage stock reports and maintain purchasing data, with Monday to Friday hours and a comprehensive training program to support career progression.

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Able to multitask and prioritise workloads effectively.
• Proactive, reliable and eager to learn.
• Customer-focused with a professional approach.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate courier, pallet, haulage and specialist transport bookings.
• Track deliveries and obtain proof of delivery documentation.
• Investigate delivery issues, shortages, damages and service failures.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, transport providers and internal teams.
• Maintain transport records and operational documentation.
• Support logistics reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Produce stock replenishment and purchasing reports.
• Monitor purchase orders and chase outstanding deliveries.
• Support supplier administration and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with inventory checks and stock management activities.
• Investigate stock discrepancies and support corrective actions.
• Maintain purchasing data and system information.

Skills

Administration experience

Organisational skills

Confident communicator

Multitasking

Proactive

Customer-focused

Team player

Independent worker

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an organised and proactive Operations Administrator to join a busy and growing business based in Stoke-on-Trent.

This is a varied role supporting both logistics and purchasing functions, requiring excellent administration skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Logistics

• Coordinate courier, pallet, haulage and specialist transport bookings
• Track deliveries and obtain proof of delivery documentation
• Investigate delivery issues, shortages, damages and service failures
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, transport providers and internal teams
• Maintain transport records and operational documentation
• Support logistics reporting and continuous improvement initiatives

Purchasing

• Produce stock replenishment and purchasing reports
• Monitor purchase orders and chase outstanding deliveries
• Support supplier administration and maintain accurate records
• Assist with inventory checks and stock management activities
• Investigate stock discrepancies and support corrective actions
• Maintain purchasing data and system information

About You

• Previous administration experience
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
• Able to multitask and prioritise workloads effectively
• Proactive, reliable and eager to learn
• Customer-focused with a professional approach
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

What's on Offer?

• 25,600 per annum
• 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Monday to Friday working hours
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Long-term career progression potential