Distribution & Facilities Assistant

Description:

We have an opening in our friendly team for someone motivated to join a progressive international company with a wealth of technical opportunities and room to grow.

This is more than a warehouse role. Combining administration, operations, logistics and facilities, it offers variety and the opportunity to see how different parts of a global business work together. You’ll help keep goods moving, support our commercial teams and contribute to the smooth running of our Chessington premises.

Whether you already have relevant experience or are keen to learn, we’d like to hear from you.

About the role

Around 80% of your role will focus on distribution and logistics, with the remaining 20% supporting facilities. You’ll work with colleagues across sales administration, operations, commercial and finance, as well as couriers, suppliers and contractors.

It’s an opportunity to put your practical and organisational skills to work while developing your knowledge of international shipping, customs procedures and the technical requirements involved in moving goods around the world.

Distribution, logistics and administration

* Receive, check and process incoming goods, including import documentation.

* Prepare and process orders for despatch to customers in the UK and internationally, including shipping and export paperwork.

* Arrange collections and deliveries with couriers, resolving queries and delivery issues.

* Maintain accurate stock records, record movements between warehouses and take part in stocktakes.

* Support customs processes, including inward processing relief for repairs arriving from outside the UK.

* Follow company export control procedures and the requirements for shipping dangerous goods.

* Liaise with suppliers about product quality and pricing, and raise purchase orders for packaging and other supplies.

* Compile works orders, respond to emails and maintain accurate administrative records.

Facilities support

* Help keep our buildings and working environment safe, maintained and running smoothly.

* Support the Facilities Manager with maintenance planning, contractor visits and service arrangements.

* Assist with cleaning, security, repairs, utilities and waste management.

* Order building and office supplies, maintain utilities records and help monitor usage.

About you

You’ll be hands-on and practical, with an interest in logistics, an enquiring approach to technical tasks and a willingness to help colleagues. You’ll enjoy a role that combines physical activity with computer work, administration and coordination.

We’re interested in people with relevant experience, as well as those who are motivated to learn and develop. Useful experience or knowledge includes:

* Warehousing, stock control, order fulfilment or transport logistics.

* International shipping, import/export documentation or customs procedures.

* ERP or inventory systems, such as Sage X3, and courier booking systems.

* Microsoft 365, including Teams.

* Building maintenance or facilities coordination.

You’ll also bring attention to detail, good organisational and communication skills, and a reliable approach to following processes and completing tasks.

Why Fujikura?

Fujikura is an established international manufacturer, offering the opportunity to build your experience in a global business with a broad range of technical activities.

Based at Barwell Business Park in Chessington, you’ll join a friendly company where your contribution will be visible across the business. If you enjoy understanding how things work, solving practical problems and developing new skills, this role offers plenty to get involved in and room to grow.

Our benefits include:

* Competitive salary with company bonus

* Group pension scheme

* Bupa healthcare

* Life insurance

* 25 days’ holiday

* Cycle to work scheme

To apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter, outlining your relevant experience, your interest in the role and the skills you would like to develop