Office Assistant – TORROS Limited
TORROS Limited is a busy and growing manufacturer specialising in the design and build of industrial machinery. We are looking for a proactive, highly organised, and detail-oriented Office Assistant to support the day-to-day running of our office. This role includes shared responsibility for stock management, purchasing, bookkeeping support, logistics coordination, and general administrative duties.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and thrives in a small, friendly team where their contribution makes a visible impact. The successful candidate will be able to work accurately under pressure, communicate effectively with colleagues, customers, and suppliers, and take ownership of tasks with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities
- Answer incoming calls and handle general enquiries
- General office administration, filing, and document management
- Obtain supplier quotations and maintain supplier communication
- Place and track stock orders
- Chase suppliers for order confirmations and outstanding quotations
- Support the accounts team with debt chasing
- Assist with stock reconciliation and inventory checks
- Raise delivery notes and sales invoices
- Create manuals, labels, and other documentation
- Prepare quotations and process stock orders
- Arrange transport and logistics for outgoing goods
- Organise and coordinate consignment shipments, including overseas deliveries where required
- Ensure all administrative tasks are completed accurately and efficiently
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in an office administration role
- Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all areas of work
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently, use initiative, and prioritise workload effectively
- Strong numeracy skills and experience with finance-related tasks
- Confident IT user with experience in Excel, Word
- Professional and confident when dealing with customers, suppliers, and colleagues at all levels
- Ability to carry out tasks efficiently and to a consistently high standard
Desirable
- Experience arranging transport, freight, or logistics
- Experience organising consignment shipments within the UK and internationally
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
- Experience MIE, Sage or other ERP systems
What We Offer
- A positive and energetic working environment where your input is valued
- The opportunity to be part of a growing business with varied responsibilities
- A supportive team environment with opportunities to develop your skills
Hours & Pay
- Full-time or part-time hours considered
- Part-time option: 3 days per week (Wednesday – Friday)
- Standard working hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.71-£13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
