Operations Coordinator – ERP & Production Support

Proactive Technical Limited; Bedford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking an Operations Administrator based in Kempston, near Bedford, for a permanent full-time role. You will support the Head of Operations, maintain ERP data, and track order progress to guide operational decisions.

The ideal candidate has GCSEs including English and Maths, experience in manufacturing/operations, and strong Excel/ERP skills. The position runs standard UK hours and offers a stable, permanent role.

Qualifications

• GCSEs including English and Maths, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in an operations/manufacturing environment.
• Good level of written and numerical literacy.
• Experience with ERP/MRP or business management systems.
• Experience with Power Query and/or Power BI would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and coordination support to the Head of Operations and supporting functions.
• Maintain accurate operational, order and delivery information within the ERP/business management system.
• Monitor aftermarket order progress, key dates and outstanding actions.
• Support project, procurement and production teams with status updates, trackers, reports and follow-up actions.
• Identify potential delays, issues or information gaps and escalate them to the appropriate manager.
• Coordinate information between departments to improve visibility and flow of work.
• Support continuous improvement of operational processes, reporting and system data.

Education

GCSEs including English and Maths

Tools

Excel

Power Query

Power BI

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Proactive Global is seeking an Operations Administrator based in Kempston, near Bedford, for a permanent full-time role. You will support the Head of Operations, maintain ERP data, and track order progress to guide operational decisions.

The ideal candidate has GCSEs including English and Maths, experience in manufacturing/operations, and strong Excel/ERP skills. The position runs standard UK hours and offers a stable, permanent role.