Transport Assistant

We have an exiting opportunity for a Transport Assistant to join our established team at our HQ in Seaham, County Durham. With a state-of-the-art factory, we are dedicated to quality and innovation and are recognised as cheese experts on a global scale. Our people are the key to our success, Prima Cheese Limited continually invests in our people the successful candidate will be joining a forward-thinking environment, committed to supporting and developing our teams. What will I be doing? Reporting to the Transport Manager you will be responsible for:

• Perform general administrative tasks to support daily operations.
• Answer and manage incoming calls professionally.
• Utilise IT for documentation and communication.
• Conduct data entry and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with office organisation and filing systems.
• Collaborate with team members of administrative projects.
• Handle clerical duties such as typing and photocopying.
• Familiarity with computerised systems for efficient workflow.
  
  The successful candidate will join a supportive team within the Export Department and training will be provided.
• Previous experience in administration role would be beneficial
• Minimum Level 3 in Math's and English, relevant experience may be considered as alternative.
• Excellent communication skills and telephone manner.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
• Organised and detail orientated.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work independently and manage own workload.
• Team player.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, in particular word and excel.
  
  Prima Cheese is a multi-award-winning cheese processing company with a 28-year heritage. It is a family-owned business, employing nearly 200 people and operates only within B2B markets where it has gained a reputation for quality, consistency and service. It is one of the biggest cheese suppliers of foodservice and food manufacturing within the UK and export their products to over 55 countries worldwide. With both domestic and international business, the company continues to grow and is looking to expand their team.
  
  Permanent Role/Competitive Salary.