Timber Operations & Stock Admin Specialist

Taylor Maxwell; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme

25 days holiday

Cycle to work scheme

Life assurance

Office parking

Job summary

Taylor Maxwell in Leeds is seeking an administrative stock/ purchasing assistant to support the Operations team. You will manage stock shipments, import supplier details, reconcile pricing, and raise orders, ensuring accurate stock records and timely procurement.

The role requires at least 1 year in an office admin role, strong Excel/Word skills, and a keen eye for detail. Occasional travel to UK stock sites is expected, with a supportive team, bonus scheme, and annual leave progression.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in an office-based administrative role
• Experience using stock control systems
• Good understanding of stock control procedures
• Excellent numerical and written skills
• Strong telephone handling skills
• Ability to work accurately with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and make effective decisions
• Proactive problem solving and initiative
• Proficient in Word/Excel and Windows environment
• Team player who can collaborate effectively
• Willingness to travel occasionally to UK stock sites
• Located within commutable distance of the Leeds office
• Experience in the construction industry
• Advanced Excel skills
• Annual bonus scheme awareness
• 25 days’ holiday with progressive increases
• Cycle to work and other employee perks

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound stock shipments by monitoring ETAs and communicating with the team
• Import supplier stock pack details onto the system and create CSV formats
• Reconcile supplier pricing with system pricing and resolve discrepancies
• Create works orders for stock treatment and liaise with treatment plants
• Assist with monthly and annual stock takes and reconciliations
• Resolve stock or invoice queries and escalate as needed
• Raise stock orders on a call-off basis following procedures
• Monitor back-to-back sales orders and delivery schedules
• Ensure supplier orders are received in full and monitor balances
• Support accreditation and certification processes and IT system improvements
• Liaise with sales to maintain high levels of customer service
• Adhere to minimum standards and company procedures
• Undertake additional duties to support company objectives
• Travel occasionally to UK stock sites and work from Leeds office

Skills

Attention to detail

Telephone handling

Problem solving

Team work

Work under pressure

Initiative

Written communication

Tools

Excel

Word

Windows OS

Stock control systems

Job description

Taylor Maxwell in Leeds is seeking an administrative stock/ purchasing assistant to support the Operations team. You will manage stock shipments, import supplier details, reconcile pricing, and raise orders, ensuring accurate stock records and timely procurement.

The role requires at least 1 year in an office admin role, strong Excel/Word skills, and a keen eye for detail. Occasional travel to UK stock sites is expected, with a supportive team, bonus scheme, and annual leave progression.