Purchasing and operations admin assistant

About us: This role is based at our Gloucester site working for our Secure Systems and Technologies (SST) brand. SST has been designing and manufacturing TEMPEST certified IT equipment for over 30 years and has established a proven track record of solving customer problems via reliable, well-engineered, innovative solutions. Job summary: We are seeking a friendly and enthusiastic individual with a proactive approach to work to join our team. The post holder will work in a small team in a highly varied role supporting our purchasing and operations functions with day-to-day administration. Main responsibilities: * Collaborate with the purchasing team in purchasing and expediting delivery of components when required and as directed. * Assist the purchasing team in the maintenance and updating of data on our ERP system. * Regularly review our standard cost sheets to ensure the accuracy of Data as directed by the purchasing manager. * Assist the production manager in administration tasks associated with the efficient running of production and the maintenance of records and data information. * Support the production manager with continuous improvement tasks in the operations area. * Maintain and track both purchasing and manufacturing KPI rsquo;s with direction given by the QA manager. * Support the operations team in covering for system entry of PO rsquo;s received and the maintenance of records. * Support the GM in general admin tasks. * Undertake any reasonable task synonymous with the role. Competencies: * Good general administrative skills * Good attention to detail * Methodical approach to work * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team * Strong organisational and time management skills * Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel * Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities * Previous experience in a similar role ideally within manufacturing is preferred Other requirements: * This is a site based role * Security clearance or ability to obtain What we can offer you: * Flexible working practices ndash; we work a 9-day fortnight giving you a 3-day weekend every other week. We also offer flexitime and work a half day Friday * 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days * Health cash plan ndash; cash back for everyday health expenses * Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions * Life assurance ndash; 4 x annual salary * Reward and recognition platform * Discount platform ndash; retail, leisure, gym discounts and more * Employee assistance programme with access to confidential counselling services * Support for further training and education