Logistics & Inventory Administrator in Ashford, Surrey

A well-established communications company based in Ashford is seeking a Logistics & Inventory Administrator to join our team to manage inventory, coordinate logistics activities and provide administrative support across the airport team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring efficient stock control, procurement support, record management, and day-to-day office administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, record, and organise incoming and outgoing goods, ensuring all stock is accurately logged and stored in the appropriate locations.
• Maintain inventory records and carry out regular stock counts, investigating discrepancies and ensuring stock levels remain accurate and up to date.
• Monitor stock usage and coordinate replenishment requests with the purchasing team to ensure materials and equipment are always available when required.
• Coordinate deliveries, collections, and shipments, tracking orders and liaising with suppliers and Head Office logistics teams to ensure timely movement of goods.
• Support operational teams by preparing, allocating, and issuing equipment and materials for projects, installations, and maintenance activities.
• Maintain organised filing systems, databases, and company records, ensuring documentation is completed accurately and retained in line with company procedures.
• Prepare reports, delivery records, purchase documentation, and other administrative paperwork to support the wider business.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support, including scheduling, responding to enquiries, coordinating meetings, and assisting with general office duties as required.

Experience & Skills Required:

• Previous experience in logistics, stores, inventory control or office administration.
• Experience using inventory management or ERP systems.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and supplier management.
• Previous experience within aviation, engineering, logistics, telecommunications, or a similar operational environment would be desirable.
• Competent in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Occasional lifting and movement of stock items may be required.

Benefits:

• Holiday 21 days + BH (closed at Christmas hols to be taken during this).
• Holiday increase over the length of service.
• Pension scheme.
• Medicare.
• Parking available.
• Opportunity to progress in time.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.