Business Assistant - Part Time

THE POSITION

We are currently looking for a Business Assistant to join our Animal Health Strategic Accounts team, initially on a contract basis for 12 months. In this role, you will co-ordinate and provide a high standard of administrative support for the team and ensure effective and efficient processes are in place to support the successful delivery of the team's business objectives.

This role is a part-time position (0.6) and requires a minimum of 2 days per week at our Head Office in Winnersh.

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a focal point for the team by co-ordinating activities and ensuring efficient processes

• Liaise with other Boehringer departments to resolve internal and external queries

• Accountable for the administration of activities to support the team, including direct customer liaison

• Ensure efficient provision of materials to customers and fulfilment of mailings by third parties.

• Co-ordinate internal team and external customer meetings

• Plan and organise internal and external meetings, coordinating all necessary arrangements

• Manage information flow internal & external including gathering, processing and distributing data as necessary

• Support in the planning and coordination of Trade and Consumer Shows

Financial responsibilities:

• Budget tracking

• Management of Purchase Orders and Invoice tracking

• Set up of new vendors

• Raising Payment Vouchers

• Following up invoices to ensure timely payment

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience in an administrative, business support, or similar role.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong IT skills, including experience with Microsoft Office applications

• A proactive approach to problem-solving

• Familiarity with the Animal Health or pharmaceutical sector would be advantageous