Sales Administrator
Location: Milton Keynes
Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time
Salary: £13.77 per hour
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 09:00–17:00; Friday, 08:30–16:30, with a 30-minute break
We are delighted to be recruiting for a Sales Administrator on behalf of our client.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual to join a busy and supportive team, providing essential administrative support to the Sales function.
The Role
As a Sales Administrator, you will support the Sales team with all aspects of their day-to-day administrative requirements.
Key responsibilities as a Sales Administrator will include:
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Processing customer sales orders accurately and efficiently.
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Scheduling deliveries and advising customers and Account Managers of expected delivery dates.
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Coordinating product branding with external printers, the warehouse and haulage providers.
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Preparing quotations for spare parts and processing parts orders.
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Handling incoming telephone calls and responding to customer enquiries.
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Raising purchase orders with suppliers and the factory.
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Booking stock against purchase orders.
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Liaising with the warehouse and hauliers to ensure goods are delivered efficiently and on time.
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Maintaining and updating customer spreadsheets and records.
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Monitoring customer-owned stock and arranging storage charges where applicable.
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Providing cover for other Sales Administrators during periods of annual leave or absence.
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Assisting the Office Manager with general administrative duties.
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Supporting the Service department with invoicing.
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Carrying out additional administrative and ad hoc duties as required.
About You
Our client is looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented individual who can manage multiple tasks and priorities in a busy environment.
The ideal candidate will have:
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Previous experience within a Sales Administration, Customer Service or general Administration role.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
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A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
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Confidence communicating with customers, suppliers and internal teams.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
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The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
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A proactive, flexible and positive approach to work.
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Experience using SAP would be advantageous, although this is not essential.
What's on Offer?
This is a varied and hands-on opportunity to join an established business where you will work closely with Sales, Warehouse, Service and Management teams.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their skills within a busy and collaborative environment, taking ownership of a wide range of administrative responsibilities.
If you are an organised and customer-focused Sales Administrator looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity
