Production Assistant - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom - Major Recruitment

Major Recruitment

Verified Company

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

4 days ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

JOB TITLE:
Production Assistant

LOCATION:
Milton Keynes,

UK

HOURS:
Monday to Friday (Dayshift)

SALARY:
Depending on Experience, bonus potential

GPS have a great opportunity for an experienced Production Assistant for a market leading retail business in Milton Keynes.

You will be managing the data flow related to and correspondence between the company and its vendors in a fast paced, high growth environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

As required, split purchase order quantities between ship modes.
Update and review all data in Blue Cherry as it becomes available, especially vendor delivery dates and shipment status from vendor WIPs.
Enter shipment details into Blue Cherry and Communicate discrepancies with Production Manager and distributors.
Assist Production Manager with the preparation of Order Inquiries and PO entry.
Together with the Production Manager, follow up with vendors regarding PO tracking.
Work with Distributors to confirm ship modes in a timely fashion along with creating any documents which will be needed i.e. Commercial invoices, packing lists
Assist and maintain new product and style information on Blue Cherry once available
Understand, maintain, update, and seek continuous improvement in the Production Calendar for assigned product categories and styles and communicate this information to various internal teams.
Assist with special projects when needed and also assist with custom style developments for UK and international Markets
Point person for any Factory queries relating to UK/EU or Distributor PO's
Work along side the Warehouse and Logistics team in both UK and EU and alert them of any shipments on route to either location.

Key Requirements:

Previous experience in a similar position is essential
Detail oriented; strong organizational and time management skills
Strong computer (especially Microsoft Excel), analytical, and communication skills
Ability to adapt to highly entrepreneurial environment and respond to changes quickly
Strong problemsolving and critical thinking skills with focus on driving positive results

Able to maintain and build effective relationships with cross-functional team

Salary:
Up to £30,000.00 per year

Work Location:
In person