Operations Office Junior in Sandwich)

New Appointments Group; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing recruitment firm in Stone Cross is seeking an Operations Office Junior to support their Supply Chain/Operations team. The role offers an excellent entry point with exposure to planning, procurement, and logistics. No prior supply chain experience is required, but candidates should have strong organizational skills and good IT abilities. This developmental position promises hands-on experience within a supportive team environment in a regulated setting.

Benefits

Structured development and hands-on experience

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Entry-level role - no prior supply chain experience required.
• Quick learner with a proactive, flexible, and 'can-do' approach.
• Interest in manufacturing, supply chain, or operations.

Responsibilities

• Support production planning activities to meet customer demand.
• Assist with material availability and procurement to support manufacturing plans.
• Raise and progress purchase orders and MROs, providing updates as required.
• Purchase indirect materials to support operational activity.
• Support import/export documentation and compliance requirements.
• Assist with booking transport, accommodation, and vehicle hire.
• Provide general administrative support to the Operations team as needed.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Confident communicator

Good IT skills (MS Office)

Proactive and flexible mindset

Job description

Operations Office Junior

We're supporting a manufacturing client to recruit an entry-level Operations Administrator to join their Supply Chain/Operations team.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this is a developmental role offering exposure to planning, procurement, logistics, and operations administration. You'll support day‑to‑day activities that enable the smooth flow of materials into and out of the business, working closely with Planning, Supply, and Import/Export teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support production planning activities to meet customer demand
• Assist with material availability and procurement to support manufacturing plans
• Raise and progress purchase orders and MROs, providing updates as required
• Purchase indirect materials to support operational activity
• Support import/export documentation and compliance requirements
• Assist with booking transport, accommodation, and vehicle hire
• Provide general administrative support to the Operations team as needed

About You

• Entry‑level role – no prior supply chain experience required
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Confident communicator with good IT skills (MS Office)
• Quick learner with a proactive, flexible, and "can‑do" approach
• Interest in manufacturing, supply chain, or operations
• Comfortable working within the defence and security sector

What's on Offer

• Excellent entry point into supply chain and operations
• Structured development and hands‑on experience
• Supportive team environment within a regulated manufacturing setting

Apply now to start your career in operations and supply chain.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.