Office Manager

Location: Hitchin
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Our client is a growing SME engineering business based in Hitchin, providing solutions to a diverse range of B2B customers.

Manage a team of four across internal sales, purchasing and goods in.
Oversee day-to-day office operations and administration.
Support internal sales processes, including customer and supplier liaison.
Coordinate haulier administration and associated paperwork.
Oversee purchase orders, invoices and supplier administration.
Chase outstanding payments and liaise with the head office accountant.
Manage HR administration, including holidays, absence, overtime, employee records, contracts and pay reviews.
Liaise with the external payroll provider and maintain pension records.
Maintain relevant health & safety and ISO 9001 documentation, supporting audits.
Act as a key point of contact for customers, suppliers and colleagues.

Previous experience in an Office Manager or similar management role.
Experience managing a team, including day-to-day supervision and people management.
Previous experience working within a B2B SME environment.
Good understanding of general office operations, HR and finance administration.
Strong organisational and communication skills.
Confident using Microsoft 365, particularly Outlook, Excel, Word and Teams.
A hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to manage competing priorities.

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