Office Administrator
High Wycombe – office based
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, specialist manufacturing and engineering business with a long track record of delivering high-quality, precision components to customers across sectors including automotive, aerospace, defence and advanced manufacturing.
Due to continued growth, they are looking for a proactive and organised Office Administrator to support day-to-day operations and help keep the business running smoothly. This is a varied role offering responsibility, stability and the opportunity to develop within a supportive team environment.
Permanent
Monday to Friday 40hrs per week
£25k - £30k per annum
Duties of the Office Administrator:
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Prepare accurate cost estimates for the manufacture, repair and modification of precision engineered parts and assemblies
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Review drawings, CAD data and specifications to calculate materials, labour and processing requirements
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Produce clear, commercially competitive quotations that maintain profitability
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Assess customer requirements and provide practical technical input to confirm feasibility
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Work closely with engineering, design and production teams to validate scope and costing assumptions
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Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs through smarter processes or methods
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Liaise with customers to clarify specifications, timelines and expectations
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Source and compare supplier pricing for materials, subcontract work and specialist services
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Build strong working relationships with customers and suppliers to support smooth project delivery
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Provide technical support to the sales team during proposals and tender stages
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Maintain organised records of estimates, quotations and project history
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Contribute to improving internal estimating tools, systems and processes
Requirements for the Office Administrator:
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Admin experience
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Confident using standard office systems, equipment and software
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Clear and professional communication skills with a strong customer-focused approach
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Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks efficiently
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Able to work independently while also contributing positively within a small team
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Confident using Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word and Excel
What’s on offer:
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Company pension
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Private medical insurance
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Free parking at the workplace
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Friendly, supportive team culture
