Sales Administrator - Any Experience - Office Based

<p><strong>NEW VACANCY! (PK9261)</strong></p><p><strong>SALES ADMINISTRATOR - ANY EXPERIENCE (OFFICE BASED)</strong></p><p><strong>ESSEX</strong></p><p><strong>SALARY GUIDE UP TO &#163;28K (Depending on Experience) + Company Pension + 20 Days Annual Leave increasing to 25 after 5 Years + Onsite Parking</strong></p><p><strong>WORKING HOURS: Mon to Thurs - 8:15am till 5:15pm / Fri 8:15am till 12pm</strong></p><p>Our client is a leading sheet plant corrugated manufacturer specialising in bespoke corrugated Packaging solutions right though to heavy duty.</p><p>They are currently looking to recruit a Sales Administrator to join their busy Sales Administration Department.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage a busy inbox and carry out reception duties, acting as a first point of contact for customers and visitors</li><li>Process sales orders accurately and in a timely manner</li><li>Order materials and stock as required, and ensure all goods are correctly booked in</li><li>Monitor stock levels and support annual stock valuation processes</li><li>Log new customer enquiries and prepare quotations in line with company guidelines</li><li>Liaise with customers to ensure a high standard of service and prompt resolution of queries</li><li>Produce Excel reports and maintain/update existing reporting systems</li><li>Organise and participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) meetings</li><li>Raise sales invoices accurately and efficiently</li><li>Match purchase orders and proof of delivery (POD) documents to purchase invoices, and input into the system</li><li>Work closely with the Sales Administration team, reporting to the Manager, and liaise with Design, Production and Transport departments</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in a Sales Administration role (experience within a manufacturing environment is advantageous but not essential)</li><li>Some experience of purchase ledger processes would be beneficial</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel</li><li>Highly motivated and proactive, with strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Strong organisational and time management abilities</li><li>Ability to prioritise and manage a varied and busy workload effectively</li></ul>