Research & Development Operations Coordinator

Elix Sourcing Solutions Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Elix Sourcing Solutions Limited in Romford is seeking an experienced R&D Operations Coordinator to support product development projects and coordinate activities across the business. The role is a permanent, Monday-to-Friday position with benefits, career progression, and a strong focus on mentoring apprentices.

You will help keep projects organised, maintain records, coordinate requests and support the wider R&D team in a technical manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Excellent communication and IT skills are required.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Administration, manufacturing or technical experience is beneficial.
• Previous experience in R&D, project coordination, quality, or materials/stock administration is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate product development projects and support the wider R&D team.
• Support and mentor apprentices as part of the role.
• Keep projects organised and maintain accurate records.
• Coordinate requests and ensure effective information flow across teams.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Administration experience

R&D experience

Project coordination

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Research & Development Operations Coordinator - Manufacturing
Romford
£42,000 - £45,000 + Benefits + Career Progression + Permanent Position

Are you organised and detail-focused, with an interest in R&D, manufacturing or a technical environment?

This is a great opportunity to join an established manufacturing business as an R&D Operations Coordinator, supporting product development projects and working with teams across the business.

You'll help keep projects organised, maintain accurate records, coordinate requests and support the wider R&D team. The role also includes supporting and mentoring apprentices, making this a varied position with plenty of responsibility.

The company offers a stable working environment where you can develop your skills, take ownership of your work and build a long-term career.

The Role:

• R&D Operations Coordinator
• Monday to Friday
• Permanent position
• Product development, project coordination and apprentice support

Candidate Requirements:

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and IT skills
• Confident using Microsoft Office and Excel
• Administration, manufacturing or technical experience beneficial
• Previous experience in R&D, project coordination, quality, technical administration or materials/stock administration would be advantageous.

JOB Reference: 5498