In-House Sales Support - One Year Contract

AAK AB; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in specialty oils is looking for an In-House Sales Support in Hull. This role engages with customers, assisting Account Managers and driving operational excellence. You will handle sales administration, manage customer accounts, and ensure satisfaction. Ideal candidates have at least 2-3 years' experience, possess strong communication skills, and a good understanding of sales processes. AAK offers an inclusive workplace with significant growth opportunities.

Benefits

25 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Ride2Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a customer-facing role.
• Comfortable using IT systems; experience with SAP is advantageous.
• Ability to manage customer accounts and support company sales effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support Account Managers with pricing and account management.
• Manage contracts and monitor balances and forecasts.
• Log, track, and manage customer complaints ensuring timely resolution.

Skills

Customer support skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Sales process knowledge

SAP experience

Excel proficiency

Tools

Sales Cockpit

Global Forecasting System

Job description

In-House Sales Support – fixedterm contract

AAK Hull is in the heart of an area enjoying significant redevelopment and investment. The Port of Hull is being established as a world-class center for renewable energy and manufacturing, and at AAK we feel proud to be part of this important industrial renaissance for Yorkshire.

We operate the UK’s largest refinery for edible oils and fats at our King George Dock site, and supplying ingredients and finished products to businesses in the food manufacturing, baking, foodservice, and retail sectors. We enjoy working closely with customers to co-develop bespoke products, in our well-equipped Customer Innovation Center. Everything we do is about Making Better Happen™.

AAKLOCATION

This position is based on site in Hull

About the role

As an In-House Sales Support, you’ll play a key role in assisting our Industrial Sales Account Managers and ensuring a smooth, efficient experience for our customers. You’ll handle day-to-day sales administration, queries and requests from customers and account managers, and for this there will be a need to liaise and communicate between other internal departments. With strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset, you’ll help deliver exceptional service and operational excellence, contributing to customer satisfaction and the continued success of our business.

Responsibilities

• Support Account Managers with their customer portfolios, including price updates, contract creation and tracking, balance monitoring, and forecasting using the Global Forecasting System.
• Set up and maintain customer accounts, including new account creation, delivery site setup, and regular updates to customer master data.
• Actively manage contracts, ensuring alignment with forecasts, monitoring balances, and overseeing snowball management to maintain accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and issue customer pricing and quotations through the Sales Cockpit system, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Assist with financial queries, including overdue invoices, and manage credit and debit note requests in collaboration with relevant teams.
• Coordinate sample requests, liaising with internal departments to ensure efficient processing and delivery.
• Log, track, and manage customer complaints, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution in line with company procedures.
• Manage a small portfolio of customers independently, handling all aspects from price negotiation and contract entry to being the primary point of contact for queries and support.

About you

• 2-3 years of experience in a customer facing role.
• Available to work for a 1-year fixed term contract period.
• Strong understanding of sales processes, tools, and procedures, with the ability to support an organization’s sales plan effectively.
• Confident in using a variety of communication practices and techniques to engage with customers professionally.
• Knowledge of customer support functions, enabling effective management of inquiries and timely resolution of issues.
• Ability to provide specialized support to customers as required.
• Comfortable using IT systems; experience with SAP and strong Excel skills are advantageous.
• Highly organized, with the ability to plan, prioritize, and manage workload efficiently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, fostering positive relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Capable of contributing effectively to both the customer support function and the wider sales team.

In return AAK offers

• 25 days of holiday based on full-time employment plus bank holidays.
• Ride2Work scheme for a cost-effective, eco-friendly commute.
• Join a pioneering company in specialty oils and fats, driving innovation and sustainability.
• In AAK you can work across 25+ countries, gaining international exposure and collaborating with a diverse team.
• AAK invests in your development with training, mentorship, and clear career paths.
• You will contribute to a greener world with AAK's sustainability-focused approach.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values every individual's perspective and talents.

Contact and information

For further information about the position, please contact the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, Conor Kelly by phone or email: [e-mail].

About AAK

Everything AAK does is about Making Better Happen™. We specialize in plant-based oils that are the value-adding ingredients in many of the products people love to consume. We make these products better tasting, healthier, and more sustainable.

At the heart of AAK’s offer is Customer Co-Development, combining our desire to understand what better means for each customer, with the unique flexibility of our production assets, and deep knowledge of many products and industries, including Chocolate and confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice and Personal Care.

Our 4,000 employees support our close collaboration with customers through 25 regional sales offices, 15 dedicated Customer Innovation Centers, and the support of more than 20 production facilities. Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and with our headquarters in Malmö, Sweden, AAK has been Making Better Happen™ for more than 150 years.

AAK prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law in any aspect of the access to, admission, or treatment of students in its programs and activities, or employment and application for employment.