Sales Administrator

Job description
Job Title: Sales Administrator

Location: Accrington

Salary: £27,000 per annum + Bonus + Flexible working

As part of a new phase of expansion we are looking for a qualified and ambitious Sales Administrator join this dynamic team and take their career to the next level!

Are you passionate about being the key piece of a sales team? Are you highly organised and love working in a fast paced and agile environment? We're seeking a dedicated Sales Administrator to play a pivotal role, supporting the sales team to achieve and exceed sales targets and growth plans. We are looking for an enthusiastic, trustworthy individual with a can-do attitude.

You will be responsible for the sales admin across multiple sites, supporting the area sales team with orders, contacting suppliers and processing relevant stock information. You will also have a passion to continually explore and secure new business leads and sales opportunities along the way by contacting dormant accounts. You will be a confident and strong communicator and have the capability to work as part of a team or on your own.

About You
• Experience of a similar Sales Administrator or admin role in a busy office environment
• Customer facing experience either customer service or sales
• A larger-than-life personality, able to be a brand ambassador from the first point of contact with a confident and professional telephone manner
• A flexible and adaptable attitude, able to work towards the needs of the business
• Proven multi-tasking experience, and the ability to work under pressure
• High standard of written English, with fast and accurate keyboard skills
• Excellent cost control and focus
• Knowledge of database systems
• Highly organised and structured in their approach to task management
• Focused attitude towards workload, with the ability to prioritise and deliver under pressure with a high attention to detail
• Track record in achieving targets and driving profitability
• Is resilient, driven and can spot potential opportunities for business development
• Energetic and positive personality with the ability to challenge and be pro-active
• A passion to deliver against targets and deadlines
• High levels of customer service skills
• A drive to be the best and constantly adapt and improve
• Energy, passion and a keenness to improve systems and efficiencies

SALES SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• To act as a main contact between the Company and its customer and supplier network with a high level of customer service.
• To develop customer and supplier leads, tracking locations and availability of products.
• To negotiate/re-negotiate supply rates.
• To gather market and customer information
• Arranging deliveries between, customers, suppliers, and manufacturers
• Diary management of key account holders and co-ordinating events with whole team
• Creation of reports and monitoring service delivery.
• Management of the phone system and computer systems
• Negotiate confidently and chase up and record all possible sales opportunities.
• Prepare and finalise quotations/proposals and close out sales enquiries.

Reasons To APPLY NOW
• A competitive salary with excellent BONUS potential
• Opportunities for career progression and supervisory experience
• Mentorship from the sales team
• A collaborative and supportive working environment

If you’re a career motivated, conscientious, and driven Sales Administrator looking for a new challenge with a growing business and make a significant impact, we’d love to hear from you! APPLY NOW for immediate consideration.

This role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi-sector recruiter. We are committed to unlocking your full potential and finding your perfect role.

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