Supply Chain Admin Assistant

Mint Velvet began when founders Liz Houghton and Lisa Agar-Rea set out to create an unfailingly chic collection of contemporary, great quality staples and elevated fits that they felt were missing from their wardrobes. Feeling frustrated that they couldn’t find anything they wanted to wear, or the great customer service they craved, they started fusing relaxed comfort with glamorous yet wearable fashion trends. Relaxed Glamour was born.

As collaborative creatives, we take untold pride in our work, designing with heart and soul. We want to be a force for good and are committed to becoming a more circular and responsible business, from the fabrics we choose to our considered processes. We are an agile and growing business, and we work hard to create an environment which allows for growth and progression, balanced with the support and flexibility needed to meet the challenge of a high-performance culture.

Our leadership teams and founders sit amongst the teams and encourage a culture of balance and passion. MV is a very special place, and our values are anchored by three main pillars: people, planet, and community.

Mint Velvet Values:

With Soul. Courage & Resilience. Passion & Drive. Entrepreneurial Spirit. Collaborative.

The role of Supply Chain Admin Assistant

As Supply Chain Admin Assistant, you will support in the cost effective, timely and compliant (HMRC & Transportation) movement of all imported and exported stock. You will ensure the smooth flow of goods from origin to final delivery destination, maintaining awareness of cost efficiencies, market restrictions and brand requirements.

What the Supply Chain Admin Assistant will do:

• Provide critical assistance to the imports & exports team; ensuring all stock movement is timely & compliant
• Work as main point of contact for Freight Forwarders and DC (Distribution Centre) on imports and exports to ensure a smooth flow of goods from origin to planned destination
• Partner with your line manager to continually improve your own performance – taking an active role in setting and achieving stretching objectives
• Keep Buying, Merchandising & Digital teams informed and updated on all import/export processes and costs
• Communicate any stock delays to B&M as well as Digital team to minimise the impact on pack launches/marketing activity
• Monitor delays and notify the Supply Chain team of any recurring delays requiring investigation
• Calculate freight pre costings and communicate these, along with other relevant information, to the teams in order to assist them in making informed decisions on import/export method
• Confidently check and flag any errors on customs entries e.g. commodity codes, customs procedure codes as well as calculating duty and VAT
• Provide support and information to the Supply Chain Manager for Freight Forwarder Operational meetings and attending meetings as required, in order to review and monitor service levels and key performance indicators to meet business needs
• Ensure all import/export processes/customs practices are compliant and are updated in line with changing HMRC legislation in order to maintain compliance

What Mint Velvet is looking for:

• A positive and professional attitude, demonstrating a drive to work consistently to high standards and within agreed timeframes
• Great communication skills, both written and interpersonal, and comfortable presenting to others
• Comfortable with numbers and data
• Ability to match your productivity to the fast pace required in this role

What the successful applicant will be rewarded with:

• Competitive starting salary and great career prospects in a fast-paced and growing business
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and a day off on your birthday
• Company-funded private health insurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 50% staff discount
• Interest-free Season ticket loan
• Bespoke induction support and ongoing development to help you thrive in your new role
• Summer hours - 3 pm finishes every Friday throughout June, July & August
• A welcoming and inspiring work-environment - social activities, an early finish on pay day and more