Leading Manufacturing Company
📍 Colchester, Essex (Hythe Area)
💰 £40,000 per annum | Full-time | Permanent
Working Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 1:00pm
About the Company
Our client is a well-established manufacturing business with approximately 25 employees, supplying specialist products across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an organised and proactive Office Manager to support the smooth running of the business.
The Role
This is a varied, hands-on role overseeing office operations, purchasing, ERP/MRP system administration, and general business support. The successful candidate will work closely with multiple departments to help maintain efficient day-to-day operations.
Initially, there will be no direct reports, although there is potential for 1-2 existing staff members to move under the role in the future.
Key Responsibilities
Raise and manage purchase orders and supplier communications
Maintain accurate records within the ERP/MRP system
Support stock, purchasing, and operational administration
Coordinate office systems, IT support, and equipment
Support finance administration, payroll coordination, and reporting
Maintain office records, compliance documentation, and health & safety administration
Assist with onboarding/offboarding and general office management duties
Skills & Experience
Essential
Previous experience in an Office Manager, Operations, or Administration role
Experience using ERP/MRP systems is essential
Strong organisational and communication skills
Good Microsoft Office knowledge
Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail
Practical, proactive, and hands-on approach
Desirable
Experience within manufacturing, engineering, or production environments
Understanding of purchasing, invoices, and finance administration
Experience coordinating IT providers or office systems
Salary & Benefits
£40,000 salary
32 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
Christmas shutdown taken from holiday allowance
Early finish every Friday
On-site parking
Access to salary sacrifice car scheme📍 Location: Colchester, Essex
🏢 Work Location: Fully office-based
Salary description
£35000.00 - £40000.00 per year