Administrator

Office Angels; Colchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Temporary Administrator to join a buying team in Tiptree. The role involves maintaining project databases, managing purchasing activities, and ensuring accurate documentation. Ideal candidates should have office-based administrative experience and strong Excel skills. The position requires attention to detail, organizational abilities, and effective communication. The company offers a Monday to Friday work schedule with various benefits including private healthcare and onsite parking.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Modern Office Environment

Annual Reviews

Onsite Parking

20 days of annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in an office-based administration role is required.
• Must have a strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel is essential.

Responsibilities

• Record project details and purchasing activities.
• Maintain company plant register and track equipment.
• Update and manage databases with supplier information.
• Ensure correct paperwork for ordering materials.
• Assist accounts with invoice checks and payment processing.
• Support the improvement of internal processes.

Skills

Office based administration experience

Strong attention to detail

Strong excel skills

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Positive attitude

Strong communication skills

Job description

Title: Temporary Administrator

Location: Tiptree

Salary: £13.50 - £14.40 p/h

Days/ Hours of work: Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00

Benefits

• Private Healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Modern Office Environment
• Annual Reviews
• Onsite Parking
• 20 days of annual leave, a Christmas close down, plus bank holidays

The company

Our client is looking for an organised administrator to join their buying team on a temporary basis. This position requires someone who is structured, confident and has a high level of attention to detail. This is a great opportunity to gain experience working in a buying department.

Duties

• Record project details and purchasing activities.
• Maintain company plant register, track equipment and purchases.
• Update and manage databases with project and supplier information.
• Ensure correct paperwork for ordering materials, plant, and equipment.
• Assist accounts with invoice checks and payment processing.
• Follow company procedures (Health & Safety, Environmental, QMS).
• Support development and improvement of internal processes.
• Prepare procurement schedules and buying breakdowns.
• Monitor and report on supply chain performance.
• Maintain relationships with consultants and suppliers.
• Share feedback and information internally.

The ideal candidate

• Office based administration experience.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong excel skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks.
• A positive, cheerful attitude that contributes to team culture.
• A strong communicator.

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