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Location: Rochdale
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Job Type: Permanent
Onsite Parking Available

Are you ready to take the next step in your sales career? Our client, a global leader in the manufacturing and distribution of products that convey hazardous and corrosive chemicals, is looking for a talented Sales Administrator to join their growing team. With a strong presence in the UK, their reputation with customers in chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals is unparalleled.

Sales Administrator Role:
As a Sales Administrator , you’ll be a key part of the sales team, reporting directly to the Sales Office Manager. Your mission? To drive success by ensuring smooth communication with both new and existing customers while helping the sales team hit their targets.

Sales Administrator Key Responsibilities:

Respond to customer requests for quotes, product inquiries, and sales documentation promptly and professionally.
Follow up on sales quotations, negotiate terms, and confirm delivery timelines.
Handle both online and telephone queries efficiently and effectively.
Liaise with various departments to provide a seamless experience for customers.
Work closely with the sales team to identify challenges and develop sales strategies.
Generate reports on quotation progress and converted sales orders.
Build and maintain strong relationships with current customers while generating new connections.
Create proposals and agreements, ensuring the database remains current.
Uphold lean manufacturing principles to enhance productivity.
Attend industry events and visit customer sites to maintain strong relationships.
Oversee customer complaints, ensuring they are resolved and prevented in the future.
What We’re Looking For:

Previous experience as a Sales Administrator or in a similar role.
Strong communication skills – both written and verbal – with a knack for persuasion and professionalism.
Comfortable using multiple IT systems and proficient with Excel.
A positive and proactive personality, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
Why Join Us?

Generous Holiday: 20 days plus statutory holidays in your first year, rising to 25 days in your second year.
Service Days: Up to 5 extra service days after 10 years of employment.
Pension Scheme: Contributory pension plan with up to 5% company match.
Death in Service: Benefits of 4x your basic salary when enrolled in the pension scheme.
Our client is looking for someone who’s not just a good fit on paper, but someone with an exceptional personality, strong communication skills, and a passion for customer service. Could this be you?

If you're ready for the challenge, send your CV for this Sales Administrator role and get in touch with Stacy at Bamford Contract Services today!

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