Distribution Operations Administrator

Distribution Operations Administrator | Holbrook | £14.67 per hour | Full-Time | 3-Month Contract I Rotating 6:00am–2:00pm / 2:00pm–10:00pm shift pattern

Are you an organised and detail-focused Administrator who thrives in a busy, fast-paced distribution environment Do you enjoy being the first point of contact, solving problems quickly, and keeping operations running smoothly Workshop Recruitment is supporting a busy manufacturing and distribution operation in the search for a Distribution Operations Administrator to join the team at their Holbrook facility on an initial 3-month contract. This role will be based in the gatehouse office, acting as a key first point of contact for drivers arriving on site and helping to keep the distribution operation running efficiently. This is a reactive and varied role that requires strong attention to detail, a proactive attitude, and the ability to deal with changing priorities. Following an initial training period on a 6:00am–2:00pm shift, the role will move onto a rotating 6:00am–2:00pm / 2:00pm–10:00pm shift pattern.

Key Responsibilities

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• Act as first point of contact for drivers reporting to site
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• Allocate drivers and manage vehicle arrivals and departures
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• Maintain accurate logs and ensure all documentation is correct
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• Support despatch and receipts administration through internal systems
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• Coordinate with warehouse, transport planners, and customer service teams
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• Assist with parcel carrier processing and load paperwork
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• Help manage departmental administration, records, and reporting
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• Resolve day-to-day operational issues with a proactive, can-do approach
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Skills & Knowledge Required

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• Previous administration experience within a fast-paced environment
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• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
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• Confident communicator with a professional and helpful approach
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• Able to manage changing priorities and work reactively
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• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
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• Organised and able to work effectively under pressure
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• Positive, proactive, and solutions-focused attitude
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• Experience in warehouse, logistics, or distribution administration advantageous
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