Operations Clerk

Pertemps North Midlands; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps North Midlands is recruiting for an Operations Clerk in Burton-on-Trent to join a busy logistics operation. You will support daily logistics activities, complete administrative tasks and maintain accurate records using various systems.

The role requires flexibility for rotational and night shifts, with training and a temp-to-perm pathway. The position emphasizes stock control familiarity, strong attention to detail and excellent communication with customers and teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations, logistics, warehouse administration or transport administration environment.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of stock control and inventory processes.
• Reliable, flexible with can-do attitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the smooth running of daily logistics operations.
• Completing operational administration and data entry.
• Using systems to maintain accurate records and information.
• Supporting stock control and inventory processes.
• Liaising with customers, colleagues and operational teams.
• Handling queries professionally and efficiently.
• Ensuring information is accurate and completed within required timescales.
• Working to a Right First Time approach.
• Supporting the operation during busy and peak periods.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Reliability & flexibility

Work under pressure

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Operations ClerkLocation: Burton-on-Trent, StaffordshirePay Rate: £14.30 per hour – Rotational | £14.64 per hour – NightsContract: Temporary, with potential for permanent employmentShift Pattern: Rotational and NightsTraining: Minimum 6 weeks, potentially up to 12 weeks depending on experience and progression

We are currently recruiting for an Operations Clerk to join a busy logistics operation based in Burton-on-Trent, supporting a major customer and their end customers. This is a demanding and varied role, particularly during peak periods, so we are looking for someone who is reliable, flexible and comfortable working across both rotational and night shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the smooth running of daily logistics operations.
• Completing operational administration and data entry.
• Using systems to maintain accurate records and information.
• Supporting stock control and inventory processes.
• Liaising with customers, colleagues and operational teams.
• Handling queries professionally and efficiently.
• Ensuring information is accurate and completed within required timescales.
• Working to a Right First Time approach.
• Supporting the operation during busy and peak periods.
• Following company processes and maintaining high standards of accuracy and attention to detail.

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Previous experience in an operations, logistics, warehouse administration or transport administration environment.
• Previous SAP experience is highly desirable, although not essential.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good customer service skills and a professional approach.
• An understanding of stock control and inventory processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• A reliable, flexible and positive approach to work.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure, particularly during peak periods.
• A "Can-Do" attitude and commitment to getting things right first time.

Shift Flexibility – Essential

Candidates must be comfortable working both rotational and night shifts. This flexibility is particularly important during the initial training period and while the permanent shift structure is being established.

£14.30 per hour on rotational shifts.

£14.64 per hour on night shifts.

Full training provided.

Training alongside an experienced member of the team.

Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.

Opportunity to develop experience within a busy logistics operation.

Varied role with responsibility across administration, customer service and operational support.