Operations Support

zeissgroup· Carl Zeiss Ltd.
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📍 Cambridge/GBFull time

About this role

Business Operations Support - Cambourne

Working within the Business Operations Team, we are looking for a Service Operations Support to ensure that the day-to-day administration of service operations is managed efficiently and effectively, including handling all customs documentation and queries, and meeting the needs of the field service team.

Welcome to ZEISS.

ZEISS is an internationally leading technology company operating in the optics and optoelectronics industries. ZEISS is shaping technological progress and through its solutions is extending the horizon of the world of optics and associated areas.

ZEISS consists of four segments: Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets.

This exciting new role will include both administration and some physical inventory management.

What you’ll be doing.

  • Performing the reconciliation of the C79 certificate and Postponed VAT statement, ensuring the necessary documents are available (C88, commercial invoice) to evidence this

  • Contacting delivery companies and customs brokers to obtain missing documentation and where necessary advise on amendments

  • Follow-up on customs records to ensure correct “importer of record” and import VAT charged to correct party

  • Find and correct import entries that are incorrectly allocated to Carl Zeiss Ltd

  • Ensure Carl Zeiss Limited’s import VAT is only for imports on behalf of Carl Zeiss Ltd

  • Resolving day-to-day customs queries to the correct place

  • Manage calibration (ZEISS and 3rd party), sending to and from calibrators, quotes/POs, recording inbound, allocating and sending to FSEs

  • Manage FSE PPE/ consumables/ Tools/ Work wear/Engineer stickers/FSE address management

  • Engineer returns – provide 24hr turnaround of UPS labels – adding parts to returns list

  • Support Supply Chain and Logistics during busy periods

  • Any other ad-hoc support for the team as required

  • New Field Service Engineer Induction (service support processes)

  • Generate monthly stock reports for engineers

What We’re Looking For:

  • Have MS Office experience

  • Be Self-motivated

  • Be Organised

  • Able to work independently

  • Have a Confident telephone manner

  • Have SAP Enterprise Resource Planning “ERP” experience

  • Customer focus, collaboration, ensuring accountability and results and effective communication are especially important in this role

We want you!

With motivation and passion, you’ll fit right in at ZEISS!

We’re looking for people who are empathetic and passionate, who are committed to achieving their goals, and who get excited about challenging topics. People who deliver top performance and push the limits of what’s possible. Who always strive to develop, accept responsibility, and take society into the future.

If you want to make a difference in return for great employee benefits and career development opportunities then get in touch!

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Abigail Hannaby, Farzana Rahman, Kate Benyon, Lara Haslam, Natarlee Lawrence, Suya Rolph

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Operations Support position at zeissgroup?
The salary for this Operations Support role at zeissgroup is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Operations Support position at zeissgroup located?
This Operations Support role at zeissgroup is based in Cambridge/GB. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Operations Support role at zeissgroup full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Operations Support role in the Carl Zeiss Ltd. department at zeissgroup.
Which team or department does the Operations Support at zeissgroup belong to?
This Operations Support position is part of the Carl Zeiss Ltd. department at zeissgroup. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Operations Support position at zeissgroup?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to zeissgroup's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Operations Support job at zeissgroup posted?
This Operations Support position at zeissgroup was posted on Jul 31, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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