At a Glance
- Tasks: Support branch sales by managing stock and assisting store staff.
- Company: Join a family-run company with a welcoming culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous discounts, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Full training provided and 28 days annual leave.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment with potential for full-time work.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and attention to detail; optical experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.
Mersona Limited is an established manufacturing and distribution centre, providing a dedicated service to the Scrivens Opticians and Hearing Care Group. As a Frames Department Administration Assistant, you will be part of our Core Team, responsible for supporting branch sales by selecting ranges, preparing and monitoring stock, and providing assistance to store staff. All tasks are to be completed in a timely, courteous and professional manner, whilst maintaining great relationships with branch associates. This role is maternity cover for a period of up to 12 months, with the potential to lead to a full-time position.
Responsibilities:
- Receiving calls from company branches and providing assistance
- Recalling and issuing stock products to branches in-line with sales
- Preparing products for despatch to stores
- Loading new products onto our systems to enable stocking and ordering
- Invoicing product for branch stock and customer approval
- Liaising and placing orders with suppliers
- Preparing products for photography
What we’re looking for:
- Friendly, approachable attitude and strong communication skills
- Optical experience preferred, but not essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Great rapport building ability
- Attention to detail
- Able to work in a busy and fast-paced environment
- IT literate (familiar with Microsoft Office tools – Word / Excel)
- Good time keeping and attendance
What we offer:
- Competitive salary with opportunities to progress
- Full training and support from day one
- Generous staff discounts on optical and hearing products
- A welcoming team and family-run company culture
- Career pathways into senior roles
- 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro-rata)
- Full-time role, Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm with a 30-minute lunch break
Contact Details:
Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care Recruitment Team
