Sales Administrator
Tewkesbury, Permanent, Full time
Salary £28/30k doe.
Our established Tewkesbury-based client is seeking an experienced Sales Administrator. The ideal candidate will have worked in a similar role within the technical engineering sector; knowledge of electronic components would be advantageous.
Purpose of this role:
Support customer by processing orders, managing customer accounts, and handling office paperwork to keep daily operations running smoothly.
Start-to-finish orders management, pre- and post-order customer service (priority: customer care, satisfaction, and retention).
Supporting with business development activities when time allows
· Order Processing
Entering customer purchase orders, checking pricing, and verifying payment details.
· Generating Quotes
Promptly following a customer enquiry. Liaising with suppliers both internal and external to ensure the best delivery. Following up quotes
· Customer Support
Answering phone or email queries regarding product availability, delivery dates, and after-sales care.
· Record Keeping
Updating CRM system, maintaining accurate sales files, and generating periodic reports.
· Department Coordination
Communicating with despatch, manufacturing and finance teams to ensure on-time shipments and invoicing
· General
Any other duties which the employee may be required to perform by their line manager or MD
Required Skills:
· Previous experience of working in a busy sales admin role
· Written and verbal communication skills – clear and precise
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), strong organization, clear telephone communication, and attention to detail.
· Inter-personal skills and the ability to liaise Ability to work in a team
· Ability to follow instructions
· Ability to manage own workload in a timely manner
Performance measures:
· Efficiency of sales admin
· Accuracy in all recorded information
· Feedback from customers
General:
· Timekeeping, attendance
· Communication skills
· Attitude and initiative
On site parking available. Hours 8.45-4.45 Monday to Thursday and 3.15pm finish on a Friday.