Office Assistant

Aylesford, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Role:

Office Assistant

Reporting To:

Head of Sales & Client Services

Hours:

Full Time, Permanent (35 hours, 9am to 5pm, Monday - Friday)

We will consider applications for slightly reduced hours or flexibility

Salary:

23,000 pa

Location:

Quarry Wood, Aylesford, Kent ME20 7UB with potential for occasional home working

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About Cashmere Caveman Co, WildKitchens



Cashmere Caveman Co, Wild Kitchens (CCCWK) was founded by Guy Ritchie and is home to the WildKitchen, WildTent, and WildTable. Combining Guy's love of fire, BBQ's and the great outdoors, these high-end, outdoor lifestyle products bring a brand-new way to cook, gather and eat outdoors. It is finally possible to enjoy al fresco dining all year round, within the world's first, fully-retractable canvas and hardwood WildTent, whilst cooking on the unique WildTable. The products have featured in Guy Ritchie's films and TV series including the recent and very successful The Gentlemen TV series on Netflix.

The company, which launched at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2021, has been through an extensive process of research and development, and is now looking to increase sales and production both in the UK, and to a wider international market. WildKitchens have already been sold to clients in USA, Mexico, Costa Rica, Saudi Arabia, Portugal and Italy.

The Role



CCCWK are looking for a proactive and dynamic Office Assistant to join the team. The role will report to and work closely with the Head of Sales & Client Services. It is a broad role, covering many aspects of the business, and a small team everyone gets involved across all activities.

While we are looking for someone on a full time, permanent basis, we are also flexible and will consider more part time applications with a reduction in hours or a change to daily working hours, however we do require 5 days per week.

This is a broad role supporting many aspects of the business, including general office management tasks, aspects of the operational side of the business including some Health & Safety tasks, support on sales and customer services calls and emails, and also some stock management responsibilities.

Main Duties & Responsibilities



Office Management



Order stationary, office supplies, office furniture as required

Manage petty cash and reporting to the Group CFO

Manage the warehouse cleaning contract

General filing and organisation of office

Perform driving licence checks for all drivers of company vehicles

Order and issue door keys and alarm fobs for the warehouse

Liaise with IT support provider to ensure new starters have all IT equipment and programmes required

Operations and Health & Safety



Support the Customer Relationship Manager to plan and book staff travel, accommodation, car hire and logistics for overseas WildKitchen installations

Work with the Warehouse Supervisor to develop and implement SOPs for regular tasks
Work with the Warehouse Supervisor to support the management of all facilities

Manage all utility contracts

Manage service & maintenance contract for the fire alarm system and security systems

Manage service & maintenance of all office & warehouse equipment - forklift, roller shutter door, alarm system, vent system, boiler etc

Work with the Warehouse Manager to ensure servicing & maintenance of all office & warehouse

Ensure all H&S commissioning certificates are renewed - mains electrical, PAT Testing, gas safety etc

Organise training courses i.e. first aid & refresher courses, forklift training

Ensure all signage around the office is present & up to date

Submit meter readings for gas, electric to Assistant Accountant

Manage vehicle fuel cards

Stock Management System



Support the Head of Design to review current stock levels against outstanding orders and pipeline and place orders with suppliers accordingly Ensure all online orders are logged onto the stock management system and then marked as shipped to client when appropriate Support the Warehouse Supervisor to book stock in and out of the stock system Work with the Warehouse Supervisor and Accounts Assistant to tidy up the stock system and improve stock processes

Customer Services



Support the Head of Sales & Client Services to answer incoming sales and customer service calls, and respond, redirect or take notes as appropriate

First point of contact for existing and prospective clients by email and phone, supported by the Office Assistant

Manage the customerservices@ inbox ensuring a prompt initial response, close communication and regular updates to customers regarding any orders or repairs

Keep accurate records and document customer service actions and discussions into customer files or in due course a CRM

Skills & Attributes



Essential Skills



Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Multitasking and time management

Proficient in written communications (emails)

Handling phone calls and messages efficiently

Wiling to take on new tasks and learn

Desirable Skills



Stock Management systems

CRM

Personal Attributes



Reliable and punctual

Maintains composure under pressure

Comfortable working in a dynamic changing environment

Takes pride in delivering accurate, complete work

Exceptional customer service

Working Hours



Basic daily hours are 8.30am to 5.30pm Flexibility will be required for promotional events or any international travel

Benefits



Annual leave is 20 days per annum, plus Bank Holidays At the discretion of the General Manager, the office is also closed between Christmas and New Year which is not deducted from annual leave Some flexibility for occasional home working Some flexibility over reduced contractual hours across 5 days per week, or start and finish times
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 23,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3212947
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Contract
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Aylesford, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
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