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Business Administrator - Inverness & Highlands

Business Administrator

Alness, Highlands
Monday – Friday office hours, early Friday finish

Nine Twenty Highland is delighted to be supporting a growing manufacturing business in the Highlands with the appointment of a Business Administrator.

This is a busy, varied and hands on role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast paced environment and enjoys being at the heart of day to day operations. You will play a key role in keeping the office running smoothly, supporting customer service activity, managing suppliers, and coordinating both internal and external requirements.

No two days will be the same, and you will quickly become a trusted point of contact across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Office & Administration

  • Front of house duties including reception, answering phones, and welcoming visitors

  • Ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office

  • Organising lunches for meetings and coordinating internal activities

  • Supporting internal communications, including newsletters

  • Coordinating charity initiatives and internal events

Customer Service & Order Support

  • Supporting customer service activity as required

  • Managing enquiries and changes to customer orders

  • Monitoring daily order traffic

  • Working closely with the Customer Service Manager to ensure excellent service delivery

Purchasing & Supplier Coordination

  • Managing the purchase requisition system

  • Raising purchase orders (POs) and issuing to suppliers

  • Chasing suppliers regarding outstanding deliveries

  • Obtaining quotations for office supplies and consumables

Visits & Logistics

  • Coordinating customer visits including travel, accommodation, and logistics

  • Acting as a professional and welcoming point of contact for visiting stakeholders

People & HR Support

  • Supporting onboarding activities for new starters

  • Assisting with general people-related administration

About You:

Skills & Attributes

  • Highly organised, efficient and detail-focused

  • Trustworthy and accountable with a strong sense of ownership

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, busy environment

  • Confident managing multiple priorities and stakeholders

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • A positive, flexible team player who enjoys being part of a close-knit team

Cultural Fit

  • Hands-on and proactive

  • Comfortable in a growing business where roles are broad and varied

  • Happy to roll up your sleeves and support wherever needed

Why Apply?

  • Join a friendly, supportive and sociable team

  • Enjoy real variety in a central business support role

  • Be part of a growing Highland-based organisation

  • Make a genuine impact within a dynamic and evolving busines

Apply directly or reach out to Caroline Strachan:

cstrachan@weareninetwenty.com

07825 450 978