Sales Administrator

Sales Administrator
West Bromwich
Permanent Position
£22,500 per annum (negotiable) plus quarterly business and/or performance bonus

Company Overview
Our client is an independent stockholder of steel and services customers all over the UK and Ireland. High level of service is provided to all customers; therefore, I am looking for someone with sales administration experience within a manufacturing or production environment. Preferable if you have steel knowledge but training can be provided for the right person. There is clear progression with this position, with the opportunity to progress naturally into a Sales Manager position in the future.

Salary & Benefits
Basic annual salary from £22,500, depending upon experience.
Business and personal objectives bonus
Benenden health care cover
Workplace pension scheme
25 days holidays plus bank holidays
Role Description
You will be responsible for supporting the sales team to process and monitor orders, develop their accounts, manage business growth, and maintain excellent customer relationships. Training can be provided if you are just starting out in your sales career. There is opportunity for development and furthering your knowledge of sales and business.

Responsibilities of the Sales Administrator:
Enter Sales Orders and Processing Orders onto iMetal.
Manage customer orders through to completion and assist the whole Sales Team in order to achieve a common group objective.
Responding to customer queries via email/telephone and resolving their inquiries promptly.
Support the Sales Team in generating sales for their region.
Provide reports and analysis on sales, budgets, and performance.
Support the business developing a strong business network to increase sales both in person and via social media channels.
Assisting the Managing Director and the Sales Managers to deliver a marketing strategy for the business.
Support the Operations team with day-to-day operations and providing cover for the Production Assistant when required.
Gain a strong understanding of the software used and support the wider business in its usage.
Requirements of the Sales Administrator:
Experience as  a Sales Administrator of at least 12 months, preferable within a manufacturing industry.
A proactive, can-do attitude to problem solving.
Have strong attention to detail.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritise workload effectively.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to get on well with all levels within a team.
Have an understanding of marketing (additional training can be provided).
Conversant with social business channels such as LinkedIn.
The ability to think innovatively when problem solving.
Willingness to continually develop your skills within sales and strategic thinking/ techniques.
Educated to A-Level or equivalent.
Strong IT skills.
If you have the drive to join a reputable company within their sales department within a manufacturing environment and are looking for a position with a clear succession plan, then this could be the role for you! Please click "Apply" now to be considered for this opportunity