Part Time Production and Planning Administrator - Reed : Job Details

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.