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Operations and Planning Assistant

LOCATION:

Banbury, Oxfordshire, England

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Date Posted:

16th February 2024

Sector:

Motorsport

Industry:

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Job Type:

Permanent

Reference:

MSOPA0224

At Prodrive we believe there’s no limit to what can be achieved when the brightest minds come together. Joining one focused and driven team, you will challenge boundaries in order to change the game for our customers. We are the world’s leading independent motorsport company and the business behind some of the greatest names and achievements in motorsport over the last 40 years. 

We are looking for an Operations and Planning Assistant to provide administrative support to the Motorsport Planning Manager and the wider Production & Planning Team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of all paperwork and system processes relating to the day-to-day activities across Motorsport.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process shop-orders, ensuring orders are managed through the booking in and out process using IFS, Excel and company helpdesk software.
  • Ensure shop-order content is accurate for any particular job.
  • Liaise with all other stakeholders within the business regarding the supply of parts or the delivery of any orders processed through the departments.
  • Assist in expediting parts to the build shops by liaising with the purchasing department, inspection and stores.
  • Ensure all errors and discrepancies are investigated thoroughly and the relevant individuals are informed i.e. Supervisor and buyer.
  • Carry out any other administrative duties as requested by the department management team.
  • Be fully conversant with the Company computer system in all areas relating to the workshops.
  • Assist project management with any project requirements.
  • Work across a range of Motorsport projects.
  • Raise orders onto the company IFS system.
  • Produce estimates for projects.
  • Produce, update and present KPI’s for fabrication areas.

Who are we looking for?

Our ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar administrative role. You will be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft packages, including Excel. An interest or understanding of motor vehicles and/or motorsport is advantageous but not essential.

What can we offer you?

  • An attractive salary which will grow in line with your ongoing development and impact
  • 25 days holiday (which increases with long service) with an opportunity to purchase up to 15 extra days
  • Training opportunities for continuing professional development
  • Onsite subsidised staff restaurant
  • Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes
  • Cyclescheme
  • Exercise classes
  • Paid time off for volunteering
  • Consultations with our Fit 4 Life expert
  • Social events throughout the year
  • Exclusive company discounts
  • Life assurance

We are an equal opportunities employer

At Prodrive we are committed to attracting and nurturing the best talent and creating an inclusive workplace. We value individual differences and diversity amongst all staff so that everyone has the widest opportunities to maximise their potential. We aim to ensure that no job applicant is placed at a disadvantage by practices or requirements which disproportionately impact protected groups and which are not justified by the demands of the job. If you feel you are right for this role, we welcome your application.

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