Due to company expansion our client a manufacturing company based in Blackburn is looking for a Sales Administrator to join their team on a temp-perm basis.
Hours are 8.00 till 5.00 Mon to Thursday and 8.00 till 3.00 on Fridays.
The Candidate - We are looking for a Team player with a positive attitude towards colleagues and lean practices. The ideal candidate will share the values of the business, putting the customer central to what they do, and be determined to set high standards in their work.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide accurate quotations of engineered components to customers drawings / specifications.
- Provide accurate quotations of plastic sheet / rod.
- Processing of customer sales orders.
- Processing of supplier purchase orders.
- Ensure that quotes are followed up on a weekly basis, getting feedback where possible.
- Measure and analyse quote conversion. Liaise with sales and production managers regarding conversions.
- Provide the customer with information about the materials they require and offer them suitable alternatives when required, to assist in problem solving.
- Involvement in daily SQCDP meetings.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in general sales activities across the other business units with the company, such as order processing and enquiry handling.
- Involvement in planning exhibitions with the help of the Field Sales team.
- Involvement in marketing activities such as photographing production parts and posting on social media.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Able to interpret engineering drawings
- Attention to detail
- Friendly & confident telephone manner
- IT skills - Word, Excel, Outlook and experience in ERP systems would be beneficial
Benefits:
- Free Canteen facilities
- Free onsite parking
- Company Pension
- Birthday Off
- Regular Social Events
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £25,000.00-£27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Sales administration: 1 year (preferred)
- administration: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person