Sales Support Placement Student

Cooper & Hall Limited; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Instruments Andor in Belfast is offering a 12-month Sales Support placement within our Sales Operations team. You will work with the Head of Commercial and colleagues to support inventory management, logistics, reporting, and process improvement while gaining exposure to multiple business functions.

Ideal candidates are final-year students studying Supply Chain Management or related field, aiming for a 2:1, with strong Excel skills, excellent organisation, and a proactive, analytical

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related discipline.
• On track to achieve a minimum 2:1 degree classification.
• Previous placement, part-time work or project experience in logistics, stock control, operations, customer service or administration.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with data and documentation.
• Strong communicators who enjoy collaborating with others.
• Proactive, analytical, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of global demonstration equipment inventory.
• Maintain accurate stock records and tracking information.
• Assist with stock audits, reconciliations, and cycle counts.
• Coordinate the shipment, movement, and return of demonstration equipment.
• Support equipment allocation activities across global sales teams.
• Assist with packing and preparing equipment for shipment.
• Monitor overdue equipment returns and follow up as required.
• Maintain stockroom organisation and housekeeping standards.
• Support approval and sign-off processes for demonstration equipment.
• Work closely with Sales, Logistics, Finance, and Technical Support teams.
• Prepare reports and analyse inventory utilisation data.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and operational efficiency.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Proactive

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Education

Supply Chain Management or related degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Location:

Belfast

Duration:

12 Months

Start Date:

September 2026

Launch Your Career with Oxford Instruments Andor

Are you looking for an exciting placement opportunity where you can gain real business experience, develop valuable operational skills, and make a meaningful contribution to a global organisation?

Oxford Instruments Andor is seeking a Sales Support Placement Student to join our Sales Operations team in Belfast for a 12-month placement. Working closely with our Head of Commercial and wider commercial teams, you'll play an important role in supporting our global demonstration equipment programme while gaining exposure to inventory management, logistics, operations, reporting, and process improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and motivated student who enjoys problem-solving, working with data, and collaborating with colleagues across multiple business functions.

About Us

Oxford Instruments exists to accelerate the breakthroughs that create a brighter future for our world. Our technologies enable researchers and innovators to tackle some of society's biggest challenges, from developing life-saving medical treatments to advancing clean energy and exploring the universe.

At Andor, we are global leaders in high-performance scientific imaging and analytical solutions, providing cutting-edge technology used by researchers and organisations around the world.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Sales Support Placement Student, you will:

• Support the management of our global demonstration equipment inventory.
• Maintain accurate stock records and tracking information.
• Assist with stock audits, reconciliations, and cycle counts.
• Coordinate the shipment, movement, and return of demonstration equipment.
• Support equipment allocation activities across global sales teams.
• Assist with packing and preparing equipment for shipment.
• Monitor overdue equipment returns and follow up as required.
• Maintain stockroom organisation and housekeeping standards.
• Support approval and sign-off processes for demonstration equipment.
• Work closely with Sales, Logistics, Finance, and Technical Support teams.
• Prepare reports and analyse inventory utilisation data.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and operational efficiency.

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for students who are:

• Currently studying towards a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related discipline.
• On track to achieve a minimum 2:1 degree classification.
• Previous placement, part-time work or project experience in logistics, stock control, operations, customer service or administration.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with data and documentation.
• Strong communicators who enjoy collaborating with others.
• Proactive, analytical, and eager to learn.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Available to commence a 12-month placement in September 2026.

Desirable Skills

• Experience using ERP, inventory management, or business systems.
• Experience using Excel for data analysis, including formulas, pivot tables, or reporting tools.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience within a global technology organisation.
• Exposure to inventory management, logistics, operations, and commercial processes.
• Opportunities to work with cross-functional teams across the business.
• Development of analytical, organisational, and project coordination skills.
• A supportive environment focused on learning, growth, and professional development.
• Practical experience that will strengthen your future career prospects.

Our Culture

At Oxford Instruments, our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, contribute, and develop their potential. We value innovation, collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement in everything we do.