My client is looking for Production and Planning Administrator to work within their small, growing team on a Part Time basis but to work every day based in the office.
Day-to-day of the role: *Manage daily interactions with suppliers (primarily in India and China) and freight forwarders to ensure timely delivery of goods.
*Liaise with suppliers and freight forwarders to confirm collection details and vessel loading.
*Coordinate with the Distribution Manager to manage goods receipt into the UK and plan delivery dates.
*Produce and maintain weekly shipping reports and keep the master shipping reports updated.
*Update the ERP system (Netsuite) with shipment details and communicate delivery dates to relevant departments.
*Work closely with the Wholesale team to meet customer deadlines and avoid cancellations.
*Provide ongoing administrative support to the Merchandising team, helping identify bestsellers and slow-moving products, and ensuring data accuracy in the ERP system.
Merchandising duties:
*Providing administration support to the Merchandising team on an ongoing basis.
*Identifying bestsellers and slow-moving products.
*Developing a thorough working knowledge of the allocation system.
*Providing admin support to ensure ERP system (Netsuite) and critical master reports data is always accurate.
Support other departments within the company when extra support is required.
Required Skills & Qualifications: *Advanced IT skills, particularly in Excel, and experience with a stock management system.
*Strong administrative, numerical, and analytical skills.
*Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
*Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
*Excellent communication skills to build relationships with suppliers, stores, and head office departments.
*Resilience and flexibility to adapt to day-to-day challenges.
Benefits: *Competitive salary and job security in a well-established company.
*Opportunity to work in a picturesque setting in Hertfordshire.
*Be part of a collaborative and supportive team environment.
*Exposure to international suppliers and logistics management.