Technical Administrator

Job Description:

Are you a skilled Technical Administrator who is able manage a company departments finances, logistics, and administrative needs?

Are you experienced in overseeing a budget and procurement, as well as fleet vehicle documentation for a team or department?

Would you like to work for one of the World’s most recognized and prestigious Motorcycle manufacturers?

If your answer is “yes” to these three questions, please kindly read on…

The Opportunity:
Our Client is one of the most iconic and well-known leading Motorcycle manufacturers in the World. Creating modern classics and with a healthy order book, it is our privilege to now be supporting them with the recruitment of an experienced Technical Administrator on a contract to potentially permanent basis.

The Role:
Reporting to the Head of Product Strategy, the Technical Administrator role is the operational and administrative core of the Electric Vehicle Commercial team. You will be the central point for ensuring the team runs smoothly and efficiently by managing its finances, logistics, and administrative needs.
On offer to the successful candidate is a competitive hourly rate (Inside IR35).

Your duties and responsibilities will be:
Financial & Procurement Management

• Manage all Purchase Requisitions (PR) and Purchase Orders (PO) for the entire EV Commercial team.
• Oversee PR/PO processes and troubleshoot payment issues for teams in Europe and the UK.
• Develop and maintain an internal PR/PO dashboard for weekly reviews with the Chief Growth Officer (CGO) and provide updates to the finance department on pending payments.
• Track and manage budget spends for the EV Commercial division, comparing planned vs. actual expenditures.
• Lead payment follow-ups and audit documentation with external agencies.

Fleet & Logistics Management

• Manage the entire fleet, including vehicle purchases, maintenance, servicing, and insurance.
• Plan and coordinate vehicle movement in line with team events and research activities.
• Oversee international shipping processes for two-wheelers, with a desired understanding of shipping dangerous goods.
• Manage the planning and execution of vehicle scrapping and handle all related audit requirements.

Operational & Administrative Support

• Coordinate travel, including hotel bookings for team members during events and research trips.
• Work closely with team SPOCs (Single Point of Contact) on pre-planning for Strategic Business Planning (SBP).
• Manage the disposal of used shipping crates to optimize space and reduce waste.
• Handle any ad-hoc travel requirements (domestic and international) on a need basis.

You will have the following qualifications & experience:

• Should ideally be qualified with a Degree in Business Administration or a related field, although plenty of relevant experience will be considered.
• You will be an experienced Technical Administrator who has worked in a similar Operations, Administrative, or Logistics Management function.
• You will have proven experience with direct responsibility for managing a budget and overseeing procurement for a team or department.
• Demonstrated experience managing a fleet of vehicles, including maintenance schedules and related documentation.
• Prior experience working with and troubleshooting issues for international teams (e.g., teams in Europe and the UK).
• A working knowledge of SAP is needed.

It’s great if you also have the following:

• Previous Automotive and/or Motorcycle industry experience, although this is not essential.

This position is available with immediate effect.

Get in touch now If you’re seeking a new opportunity and think you have the skills and experience for this role, then apply now or contact Jason Seed via LinkedIn.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and respects diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons who are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Millbank is proud to be a member of the ‘Disability Confident Scheme’. Millbank operates as an Employment Agency and Business.


Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
 
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.