Operations Assistant - HYBRID
ARE YOU AN EXPERIENCED ADMINISTRATOR LOOKING TO JOIN A VIBRANT OPERATIONS TEAM IN A SUCESSFUL FREIGHT COMPANY?
- Location: Sidcup, DA14 AND Home
- Job Type: Full-time, Mon - Fri 9-5 (HYBRID)
- Salary: Up to £27K Per Annum
Benefits:
- Work from home 2 days a week
- 5% employee pension contribution
- Private Healthcare
- Xmas and Summer events paid for by company
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Free parking on site
- Opportunities for professional development with diverse and challenging projects.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with various stakeholders
- Proficiency in data input and report preparation
- Experience in project administration or support within a logistics or freight forwarding environment is desirable
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Familiarity with shipping documentation and invoicing processes
- Competence in using databases and office software for record-keeping and documentation.
We are a dynamic freight forwarding company seeking an outgoing individual to join our fun and energetic operations team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting large projects and thrives in a fast-paced environment. As an Operations Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth execution of shipping and logistics tasks.
Day to Day of the role:
- Produce and issue shipping documentation in support of Project Coordinators and Project Managers
- Provide project administration and support, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently
- Expedite purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to meet project timelines
- Liaise with subcontractors to meet strict deadlines and project requirements
- Maintain accurate records within the shipping file, perform initial QA of Job Files
- update Transfreight database records, and manage general filing
- Handle the ordering and logging of international couriers, and process sales/purchase invoices up to authorised commitment levels. Answer telephone calls and handle messages professionally and promptly
- Manage project invoicing and distribute schedules as required
- Liaise with clients to provide updates and gather necessary information
- Input data accurately and prepare reports to support project management.
If you like working in a vibrant team, APPLY NOW by sending your CV to: and advising why you are the best fit for this opportunity.