DC BUSINESS ASSISTANT
TRAFFORD DISTRIBUTION CENTRE  (M17)

We are recruiting for a DC Site Business Assistant to work with the Operations team based at our Trafford Distribution Centre. This role provides essential administrative and operational support to both the Trafford Park Management team but also the UKI Physical Distribution Management team and the wider on-site operations, ensuring smooth and efficient day-to-day activities. The Business Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks, from co-ordinating a clear and controlled entry to site for all that enter, to ensuring all that work here feel informed and involved in on site activities.  

The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating a positive and engaging workplace. Be highly organised, proactive and possess exceptional communication skills. You should be willing to develop and learn and be comfortable with autonomy and be able to work in a fast pace environment.

A DAY IN THE LIFE 

Welcome & Support: You will ensure a warm and welcoming experience for any visitors and contractors to site. You'll manage incoming communications to site, handle correspondence, and coordinate with courier services into reception. Throughout the day, you'll provide crucial administrative assistance to the team, from ordering supplies to managing meeting room bookings, related catering requirements and organising PPE for warehouse tours. 

Internal Communications Guru: You'll take charge of the on-site digital screens, curating engaging content and keeping information up-to-date and relevant. You will also be the owner of the content shared on Comm-zone, our warehouse employee communication hub. Keeping it live and fresh and ensuring this platform becomes a history of achievements and good news stories across all our DC sites. Your creativity and eye for detail will shine as you assist with the creation and distribution of internal communications. You will be responsible for site based newsletters ensuring employees are well-informed and connected, with all that is going on at the DC in Trafford Park, and will support the UKI Physical Distribution Management team to animate the strategic road map across the DC network in the UK . You will become the link between on-site communities such as charity committee, mental health ambassadors, DEI groups – shaping an aligned narrative that ensures the purpose of each one and them as a whole is clear for all. 

Employee Experience Champion: From big birthday celebrations, long service awards and gifts, to team-building activities and seasonal celebrations and events, you'll play a key role in planning and executing memorable employee events in line with budgets provided. You'll coordinate catering for meetings and events, guaranteeing a seamless and enjoyable experience for all. You'll also manage the uniform ordering process, making sure on-site visitors and/or employees have the attire they need, when they need it. Don't forget to capture and share photo moments of life at Trafford DC, fostering a sense of community and pride! 

Recognition & Rewards: You'll champion employee recognition by coordinating the nomination and celebration of recognition awards, shining a light on the exceptional contributions of your colleagues across different teams.  

 
WHO YOU ARE 

• You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and enjoy interacting with people. 
• You are highly organised, detail-oriented, and possess excellent time management skills. 
• You have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and are comfortable interacting with individuals at all levels of the organisation. 
• You are a team player with a positive, can-do attitude and are always willing to go the extra mile. 
• You are proactive and a self sufficient team member who can work with minimal guidance to achieve results  
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and eager to learn new technologies and systems. 

BONUS POINTS 

• Experience with content management systems. 
• Event planning experience. 
• Photography and/or videography skills. 
  
  

WHAT WE OFFER
Our industry-leading award-winning benefits package shows how much we value our people. We know they're at the heart of L'Oréal's success, so we offer a fair and competitive package to help you thrive. 

Enjoy perks like money-saving offers, free mortgage advice, share options and an enhanced pension plan. Love our brands? You'll get up to 60% off iconic names like YSL, CeraVe, Armani, Kiehl's and Garnier! Health matters, we offer private medical and dental insurance, discounted gym memberships, and onsite mental health support. We also provide enhanced family leave for all and up to 4 weeks of paid fertility leave, so you can prioritise what matters most. 

Learning is in our DNA at L'Oréal. We'll help you master your role, build skills, and access top-notch leadership programs and monthly expert talks. And there's lots more too! 

WHO WE ARE
L’Oréal is present in 150 markets on five continents. For more than a century, L’Oréal has devoted itself solely to ‘Create beauty that moves the world’; it is now the industry world leader with €29 billion consolidated sales. Together, we solve complex challenges at scale, while making sure we stay committed to making the world a more inclusive and a better place for everyone & our planet. Experience the excitement of agility to shape the future of beauty, where diversity and purpose come together to create meaningful impact.  

HOW WE RECRUIT
At L’Oréal, we take pride in creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. Everyone is welcome and their contributions are valued. When we recruit, hire, train, promote or engage in any other employment practice, we are committed to being an inclusive employer regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, socioeconomic status, medical condition or disability, or any other protected status. When we look for talent, we welcome different backgrounds, experiences, personalities, and perspectives. The beauty we find in our differences gives us the freedom to go beyond. That’s the beauty of L’Oréal.

In line with AEO requirements the successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal background disclosure form.

Closing date for applications 12th March 2025.