Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant to the Commercial Director Buntingford, Hertfordshire|Milton Keynes | On-Site£40,000 + Exceptional Bonus + Excellent BenefitsReady to become the Commercial Director's right hand? GM Packaging is looking for an ambitious, commercially minded Executive Assistant who thrives in a fast-moving environment and loves making things happen.This is a career-building opportunity for someone with a year or two of experience already under their beltperhaps in an EA, PA, Commercial Support, Operations or Business Administration rolewho is ready for a position with greater exposure, responsibility and impact.We're not looking for someone who simply waits for instructions.We're looking for someone who spots problems before they arise, chases actions without being asked, keeps multiple plates spinning and enjoys being the person who gets things over the line.A Role With Real Variety One day you'll be coordinating logistics providers and analysing commercial data. The next you'll be supporting supplier negotiations, preparing reports, managing key projects, onboarding customers or helping deliver a major business initiative.You'll work closely with the Commercial Director and become involved in every aspect of the commercial operation, giving you a unique opportunity to develop your business, commercial and leadership skills.What You'll Be Doing Acting as a trusted support to the Commercial DirectorManaging a busy inbox, diary, meetings and travel arrangementsTracking actions and ensuring projects stay on scheduleLiaising with suppliers, customers and logistics partnersManaging relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs)Comparing quotations and supporting supplier selection processesProducing reports, board updates and commercial analysisSupporting tender submissions and customer onboarding projectsMaintaining critical product, pricing and supplier dataAssisting with landed cost calculations and commercial reportingSupporting customer traceability, quality and compliance requestsHelping drive operational improvements across the businessAbout You You'll be someone who:Is naturally proactive and takes ownershipEnjoys working at pace and managing multiple prioritiesThinks on their feet and solves problems independentlyHas excellent communication and relationship-building skillsIs highly organised and detail-orientedLoves following things through to completionIs comfortable analysing data and producing reportsWants to build a successful long-term career within a growing businessWhether you're a graduate-calibre second-jobber looking for your next challenge or an experienced coordinator looking to step into a broader commercial role, we'd love to hear from you.Why Join GM Packaging? £40,000 salaryHighly attractive bonus schemeExcellent benefits packageDirect exposure to senior leadershipA genuinely varied role with significant responsibilityOpportunity to develop commercial, operational and project management skillsA chance to become a key player in a growing and successful businessThis is a role for someone who likes being at the centre of the action, enjoys taking ownership and wants to make a genuine impact.If you're organised, commercially aware and ready for a role where you'll learn, develop and progress, apply today.PLEASE NOTE:By submitting this application, you agree for Discovery to store your details and contact you regarding this application and any future roles we think youll be interested in (in line with our Privacy Policy, available on our website). You can unsubscribe at any time by emailing us.All applications will be processed through Discovery, the retained managing consultants. Due to high volumes of applications, only those who are successful on the application will be contacted for interviews.TPBN1_UKTJ