Administrator - Engineering

Kentjobs; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established leader in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Technical Sales Administrator in Aylesford, Kent. This exciting opportunity involves managing customer orders, ensuring efficient service, and generating essential paperwork. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and experience in an administrative context, ideally within manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in an administrative role, preferably in manufacturing/engineering.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality customer service.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Handle customer enquiries and provide accurate quotations.
• Manage orders from initial request through to completion.
• Generate necessary manufacturing paperwork.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Type: Permanent

Our client, a well-established leader in the manufacturing sector, is seeking a Technical Sales Administrator to join their team in Aylesford, Kent.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a company that is driving innovation and growth in the industry.

As an Administrator, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service and ensuring the smooth processing of customer orders.

You will be the key point of contact for customers, handling enquiries, providing accurate quotations, and managing orders from initial request through to completion.

Responsibilities

Handle customer enquiries, establish requirements, and provide accurate quotations within company timescales

Plan customer orders, ensuring specifications and timescales are clearly communicated to both production and the customer

Generate necessary manufacturing paperwork, including works orders, route cards, and dispatch sheets

Track customer orders through to completion, ensuring timely processing and invoicing

Arrange and manage customer deliveries, providing cover to other relevant departments as needed

Requirements

1-2 years experience in an administrative role, preferably within the manufacturing/engineering industry

Excellent communication skills, with experience in phone-based customer interaction

Proven track record of delivering high-quality customer service

Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages, particularly Word and Excel

Ability to work accurately under pressure and prioritise workload effectively

Strong attention to detail

Hours for this role are Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm

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Thank you.

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• Start: 30/06/2025
• Location: Aylesford, England
• Type: Permanent

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