Operations Administrator - 12-Month Maternity Cover (Office)

Saint Gobain; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasquill, part of Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland, is seeking an Administrator for a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover in Chorley. The role supports the Operations team, focusing on reliable order processing, customer service, and smooth day-to-day branch operations.

Responsibilities include managing admin systems, processing purchase orders, coordinating deliveries, and handling inquiries to ensure timely resolution. Excel and MS Office skills are essential for success in this busy role.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy and varied workload.
• Excellent communication skills, both face-to-face and over the phone.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and general MS Office systems.
• A team player who is flexible and willing to support colleagues when needed.
• A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Managing administrative systems, paperwork, and maintaining accurate records.
• Processing purchase orders, booking in goods, and resolving invoice queries.
• Coordinating customer deliveries and supporting transport scheduling.
• Handling customer queries efficiently to ensure timely resolution.
• Supporting general office duties including stock control, reporting, and scheduling.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Proactive

Excel proficiency

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Pasquill, part of Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland, is seeking an Administrator for a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover in Chorley. The role supports the Operations team, focusing on reliable order processing, customer service, and smooth day-to-day branch operations.

Responsibilities include managing admin systems, processing purchase orders, coordinating deliveries, and handling inquiries to ensure timely resolution. Excel and MS Office skills are essential for success in this busy role.