Distribution Administrator

Brakes Food Shop; Inverness; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK foodservice company in Inverness is looking for a Distribution Administrator for a 12-month maternity cover. In this role, you will support transport operations, acting as the key link between drivers and systems. Key skills include extensive software experience, prioritisation, and strong communication abilities. The position offers an annual salary of £31,453 plus benefits such as an attendance bonus and discounts on products. Join us and contribute to our diverse and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Generous holiday

Ongoing training

Discounts on products

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Organising and providing administrative support for transport operations.
• Executing pre-shift and de-briefs with drivers.
• Raising purchase orders and inputting data for KPIs.

Skills

Significant experience using software including Microsoft Office and SAP

Ability to prioritise work with minimal supervision

Problem-solving skills

Ability to build relationships

Experience in a transport or logistics admin role

Job description

Distribution Admin - 12 Month Maternity Cover

Annual Salary £31,453 (£13.44 per hour), Up to £1500 attendance bonus per year plus a great range of benefits

Monday - Friday, 05:30AM - 15:00PM

End Date: 26th February 2027

When you join Brakes, you’ll become part of a top UK food business. You’ll also become part of Sysco GB – the world's leading foodservice company. We’re growing across the country and aiming to be the absolute best in our industry. So join us in Inverness as a Distribution Administrator and take your career to the next level.

A satisfying role

As a Distribution Administrator, it’ll be your organisational skills and administrative support that helps to keep our transport operation moving. Making a real difference to all kinds of teams, you’ll be the key link between our drivers and our systems – carrying out pre‑shift and de‑briefs with our drivers, raising purchase orders and inputting key data for site KPIs, reporting and compliance. Deadlines are tight, but it’s the chance to thrive in a role where no two shifts are the same.

What you bring to the mix

• Significant experience using software including Microsoft Office and SAP (or other WMS)
• The ability to prioritise work with minimal supervision
• Problem‑solving skills and the confidence to communicate any issues
• The ability to build relationships with all kinds of people
• Ideally, experience in a similar transport or logistics admin role – but this isn’t essential.

Bags of benefits

We take care of our people. On our team, you’ll be able to take your pick from everything from a pension scheme and generous holiday to family‑friendly flexibility and ongoing training. You’ll get fantastic discounts on our delicious products too.

Tempted to join the team? Apply today!

Additional Information

At Brakes everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ – we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Brakes and we recognise that Brakes can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.

Brakes

Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation, we are the UK’s largest foodservice supplier. Every day Brakes deliver the highest quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients from our nationwide network of distribution centres to some of the nation’s most famous pubs and restaurants, as well as schools, caterers, care homes and hospitals. Our customers depend on us, and our 8,000‑strong workforce is dedicated and proud to be part of this vital provision. And we’re growing!