Operations Executive

The role being advertised is targeted at finding an eager and capable applicant who ideally has experience in the electrical industry with a keen interest in lighting. It is a full-time role, Monday to Friday within the architectural and landscape lighting industry. Majority of the role will be based out of the Mornington store however there will be times when you may be required on site or to work from the Grovedale office.

Being a small business with multiple stores, the role encompasses a broad variety of tasks that will endeavour to keep the position both exciting and challenging. Working daily with various customers from trades to designers to retail and managing a broad range of suppliers reinforces how crucial strong communication skills are. The person needs to be proactive and motivated and possess most if not all the key skills listed below to ensure that they perform the role to a high standard.

Some key responsibilities in the role being advertised are:

Receiving and Unloading Deliveries: Unloading supplier deliveries, checking in stock/orders and verifying inventory against supplier packing slips.

Inventory Management: Sorting, shelving, and organising items, maintaining accurate inventory records and conducting stock takes throughout the year. Additionally, being able to manage inventory across both locations to ensure customer satisfaction.

Order Fulfillment: Picking, packing, labelling and communicating orders being ready for pick up or delivery.

Warehouse Maintenance: Maintaining a clean and organised work area, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and reporting any necessary improvements or repairs.

Deliveries: Capable and willing to conduct deliveries around the Mornington Peninsula, Bellarine Peninsula greater Melbourne areas.

Lead Generation and Prospecting: Identifying potential new customers and building relationships with them to generate leads/sales for Lighting Options

Product Knowledge: The ability to quickly learn and stay up to date with various products including any new features, pricing or notable “industry” changes.

Administrative Support: This includes conducting markups/take offs, organising files/plans and preparing lighting specifications for clients.

Process Improvement: Identify areas for improvement and assist in implementing new strategies, processes or software.

Customer Service: Provide support to customers and clients whether that be trades or retail and be a capable communicator providing information while answering questions.

Team Collaboration: Communicate and work effectively with the other Lighting Options team members across both locations.

Required Skills:

Strong organisational and time management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to use/learn MYOB any additional software (Monday.com, Ground plan).
Attention to detail and accuracy in completing tasks.
Problem-solving skills coupled with a proactive and determined approach.
Strong customer service and ability to maximise relationship building.
Application to gaining knowledge of business operations and processes
All in all, an amazing opportunity for the successful candidate to work with a passionate team and who are eager to grow and enhance their skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Work Authorisation:

Australia (Required)
Location:

Mornington VIC 3+31 (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:

25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 28/05/2025
Expected Start Date: 02/06/2025 Read more