Operations and Inventory Assistant, Operations

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Operations department at Bloomsbury Publishing. Our team sits right at the heart of the business, driving the supply chain from printer to reader. We are responsible for the daily execution of publishing logistics: managing orders, tracking stock, and co-ordinating with our global teams to maintain exceptional service levels. As Operations and Inventory Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting all our divisions and ensuring the seamless delivery of our books into the hands of readers worldwide. Reporting directly to the Head of Consumer Inventory UK, this role acts as a vital point of contact for teams across the whole business., This role is responsible for the smooth running of our publishing operations. Your time will be spent on a variety of key tasks, including:

• Monitoring incoming orders and operational activity through daily reporting.
• Co-ordinating direct delivery requirements and supporting order fulfilment.
• Acting as a key contact for operational queries from internal and external partners.
• Investigating and resolving routine operational issues.
• Maintaining and updating core publishing and operational systems to ensure data accuracy.
• Assisting with inventory tracking, stock alignment, and reporting.
• Managing the setup and administration of print instructions for upcoming titles.
• Assisting with print fix routines and stock allocations across our divisions.
  
  Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable handling operational reporting.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A supportive approach to cross-departmental queries and inbox management.
• Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to balance daily tasks and weekly deadlines.
• A prior interest or experience in publishing, operations, supply chain, or inventory administration is desirable.
• Familiarity with publishing management systems (such as SAP or Biblio) would be an advantage.
  
  The role is a full-time, permanent position based at our London office, 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP, on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office-based and 3 days home-based. Allocated office days for this role are Monday and Tuesday.
Salary: £27,000 per annum Application This position is eligible for Bloomsbury's Rental Deposit Loan Scheme. To assist candidates who want to start and to establish a career in publishing, Bloomsbury offers an interest-free rental deposit to support securing somewhere to live. The rental deposit loan can be up to £3,000 and will be paid back over 2 years. Please complete our application form and attach a CV (Word or PDF format only) via our website by 23:59, Sunday 4^th October 2026. For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal. Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications. Bloomsbury Benefits As well as an opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package: Working Pattern
• Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based/3 days home based
Holidays
• 25 days holiday
• 3.5 days Christmas company holiday
Other Benefits
• Two paid Personal Wellness Days
• Flexible Fridays - take Friday afternoon off by working an additional 3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week
• Work Anywhere Fortnight - For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.
• Season Ticket Loan
• Learning & Development - Free access to LinkedIn Learning, BookMachine Campus, InRehearsal & IPG Skills Hub
• Share Save Scheme
• AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)
• Ride to Work Scheme
• Peppy Health App
• In-house Doctor
• Eye Care Voucher Scheme
• EAP Advice and Counselling
Company culture - Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources.