Parts & Operations Administrator (Contract - 3 Months)

We’re not just another bike brand - we're an iconic, British motorcycle brand with over 120 years of history behind us. Our new state-of-the-art facilities in Solihull, West Midlands are home to a tight-knit, but ever-expanding team that's passionate about delivering exquisite riding experiences to our customers.

Under new ownership and proud to be part of the TVS Motor family, we're entering a new era of global success. And we want you to be a part of it!

At Norton, we value respect, trust, and responsibility. We trust our employees to execute their roles exceptionally and professionally, and we value personal development, teaching, and learning. When you join our team, you'll have the opportunity to grow and learn alongside some of the most talented and dedicated people in the business.

So if you're passionate about motorcycles and looking to join a team that's shaping the future of this legendary brand, we'd love to hear from you!

The Role

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Parts & Operations Administrator to support our Test & Development (T&D) department on a 3-month contract. This role is critical to ensuring the smooth management of parts, logistics, and administrative processes that underpin prototype development and testing activities.

You will act as a central point of coordination between Engineering teams, suppliers, customers, and laboratory heads, ensuring parts are ordered, inspected, tracked, and delivered efficiently and accurately.

Key Responsibilities

Parts & Logistics Management

• Raise stock requests, credit card requests, and purchase orders in line with company procedures

• Order, retrieve, and inspect parts against engineering drawings

• Collate, maintain, and manage detailed parts lists and requirements

• Package and ship parts and prototypes domestically and internationally

• Arrange carnets and manage shipping documentation for prototype movements

Financial & Administrative Support

• Book in and process invoices accurately and in a timely manner

• Maintain organised records of parts, documentation, and prototype files

• Provide general administrative support to the Test & Development function

Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with internal departments, external suppliers, customers, and laboratory heads regarding parts requirements and logistics

• Ensure clear communication and timely updates on part status and deliveries

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience in parts management, logistics coordination, or a similar operational role

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

• Experience viewing CAD models and comparing them to physical parts

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

• Strong communication and coordination skills

Desirable:

• Experience within the automotive industry

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Proactive and solution-focused

• Detail-oriented with a strong quality mindset

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment
  

Rewards of working for Norton:

We like to take care of our Nortoneers and we think we offer some pretty decent rewards. Here's what you'll get when you join the team:

💰 Competitive salary package that recognises your skills and experience

🌴A whopping 33 days of holiday (inc. Bank Hols) to relax and recharge

👴 Generous pension scheme that sets you up for the future, with access to personalised advice.

🚑 Private Medical Insurance and a Cash Back Programme to keep you feeling your best

💸 Life insurance (4x salary) because we've got your back no matter what

🍌FREE fruit, got to have your five-a-day!

🩺WeCare Employee Assistance Programme, which includes access to online GP services, dietary advice, mental health support, bereavement counselling, and a fitness programme

🚀 Experience the thrill of an entrepreneurial environment within a larger, well-funded company with ambitious long-term goals.

💡 Elevate your career with our Ideas for Excellence scheme, where every brilliant idea is not just valued, but also rewarded!

🌍 A diverse and international team that brings together different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.

🎉 Join the fun with our twice-yearly employee events, payday socials, and loads of exciting activities in between!

🚴‍♂️Want to go green? You can enjoy free electric bicycle hire

🚗 Plus, no need to stress about finding a parking spot - we've got on-site free parking covered and FREE electric charge points.

We know how important it is to take care of our team, and we're committed to continually improving our reward offering in line with the business growth plan.

Join us and see for yourself!

PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT ACCEPT AGENCY APPLICATIONS