At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

SDUK's brands include the Nation’s favourite cheese brand Cathedral City plus other well-known butter & spreads (Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly), functional ingredients and dairy free products.

This position, internally titled as Customer Operations Technician, is a key role within our Customer Operations Department, working closely with various stakeholders across our UK sites, our third-party logistics (3PL) and our retail partners, many of which you will know.

The key focus of the role is to ensure order fulfilment and on-time deliveries to our customers, acting as a dedicated point of contact for all enquiries in relation to sales order management and transacting a high level of accuracy within established timelines.

Working within a wider team of experienced and supportive colleagues from different backgrounds, we’ll look to you to bring resilience and a customer focused approach to problem-solving. We are always looking to challenge the status-quo with an ongoing focus on continuous improvement opportunities – something you will be involved in.This role is working 30 hours over a 4-day week including weekends.

YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY…

Identifying potential and actual service issues, and resolutions where possible and co-ordinate communication with the customer and relevant internal departmentsParticipating in customer and corporate initiatives, focusing on increasing supply chain efficienciesReceiving, validating and processing customer ordersInvestigating and managing incidents on delivery and pro-actively resolving ongoing issues to improve service levelsManaging promotional activity by ensuring that correct product codes and effective dates are maintained on the systemWorking with technology to support with KPI reportingCollaborating with colleagues to support the overall success of the customer operations departmentIdentifying, initiating, documenting, and implementing new business processes and procedures to promote continuous improvement within supply chain and order management

YOU’RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU ARE…

Experienced within a customer service position with an understanding of sales administration within manufacturing, supply chain or logistics processesAble to demonstrate high attention to detail with order processingExperienced with prioritising your workload and supporting colleagues with challenges within a fast-paced environmentA proven problem solverComfortable using date interfaces, ERP systems, and able to manipulate data with MS Excel spreadsheetsA confident and competent communicator with internal and external stakeholders at all levelsComfortable working weekends and 2 days in the week

WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH…

Bonus scheme paid quarterlyAutonomous and inclusive working environmentOpportunities for progression within the UK and overseasEnhanced employer pension contributionsHealth cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc.Access to Thrive 24-hours a day - a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeingLong service recognised every 5 yearsLife assurance up to 4 x contractual payDiscounted branded productsFree, onsite parkingIndividual allocated lockersSubsidised staff restaurant25 holidays + 8 bank holidays (pro rata)One paid workday a year to volunteer for a local community or charitable institutions of your choiceOpportunity to swap traditional UK holidays for dates significant to your cultural and religious beliefsMy Staff Shop - access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings - providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers.

For additional information on our benefits please go to uk.saputo.com/en/careers/employee-benefits

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

We are an accredited Disability Confident Employer where we strive to ensure our site is inclusive and accessible for all.

This role has been assessed and isn’t eligible for visa sponsorship

Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.

In the UK, Saputo is a leading manufacturer of branded cheese and dairy spreads, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Cathedral City, Clover, and Wensleydale. We also boast a fast-growing dairy alternatives portfolio, which includes the Vitalite and Sheese brands, as well as manufacture specialised ingredients used in infant formula.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.