Business Support Officer
| Posting date: | 08 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £30,000 to £35,000 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 May 2026 |
| Location: | Preston, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Gana Foods Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | GFBM007 |
Summary
About Gana Foods
Gana Foods is a fast-growing food production company based in Preston, specialising in a diverse range of high-quality products, including samosas, spring rolls, kebabs, ready meals, and bespoke food solutions tailored to client needs. We pride ourselves on exceptional taste, consistency, and customer satisfaction, serving both retail and foodservice sectors.
Role Overview
The Business Support Officer will play a critical role in overseeing daily operations, improving production efficiency, managing cross-functional processes, and ensuring smooth coordination between departments. This role requires strong leadership, analytical thinking, and a hands-on approach within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Providing administrative support to daily business operations across production, dispatch, and sales functions
• Assisting in coordinating activities between production, packaging, and distribution teams to ensure timely order fulfilment
• Maintaining accurate records of production schedules, stock levels, and dispatch documentation
• Assisting in monitoring and updating digital systems, including order management and customer engagement platforms
• Preparing routine reports on operational activities, stock movement, and performance metrics
• Supporting inventory tracking and liaising with relevant teams to manage stock levels effectively
• Assisting in identifying operational inefficiencies and supporting implementation of process improvements
• Supporting business planning activities, including scheduling and resource coordination
• Maintaining organised documentation and ensuring records are up to date and audit-ready
• Providing general administrative support to management and operational teams as required
Requirements
* Proven experience in a business support, operations, or administrative management role.
* Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently and take initiative.
Why Join Gana Foods?
* Be part of a growing company with a commitment to quality and innovation.
* Work in a collaborative and dynamic team environment.
* Opportunity for career growth and development within the organization.
* Staff discounts on Gana Foods products.
To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to hr@ganafoods.co.uk.
Gana Foods is a fast-growing food production company based in Preston, specialising in a diverse range of high-quality products, including samosas, spring rolls, kebabs, ready meals, and bespoke food solutions tailored to client needs. We pride ourselves on exceptional taste, consistency, and customer satisfaction, serving both retail and foodservice sectors.
Role Overview
The Business Support Officer will play a critical role in overseeing daily operations, improving production efficiency, managing cross-functional processes, and ensuring smooth coordination between departments. This role requires strong leadership, analytical thinking, and a hands-on approach within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Providing administrative support to daily business operations across production, dispatch, and sales functions
• Assisting in coordinating activities between production, packaging, and distribution teams to ensure timely order fulfilment
• Maintaining accurate records of production schedules, stock levels, and dispatch documentation
• Assisting in monitoring and updating digital systems, including order management and customer engagement platforms
• Preparing routine reports on operational activities, stock movement, and performance metrics
• Supporting inventory tracking and liaising with relevant teams to manage stock levels effectively
• Assisting in identifying operational inefficiencies and supporting implementation of process improvements
• Supporting business planning activities, including scheduling and resource coordination
• Maintaining organised documentation and ensuring records are up to date and audit-ready
• Providing general administrative support to management and operational teams as required
Requirements
* Proven experience in a business support, operations, or administrative management role.
* Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently and take initiative.
Why Join Gana Foods?
* Be part of a growing company with a commitment to quality and innovation.
* Work in a collaborative and dynamic team environment.
* Opportunity for career growth and development within the organization.
* Staff discounts on Gana Foods products.
To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to hr@ganafoods.co.uk.