Key Account Administrator

Vero HR; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established independent foodservice distributor in Peterborough is seeking a Key Account Administrator. The role involves managing customer orders, providing administrative support, and ensuring accurate data handling. The ideal candidate should have experience in administration or customer service, strong IT skills, and a keen eye for detail. This position offers a competitive salary of £24,375 with potential commissions, alongside various employee benefits and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Pension Scheme

Staff Discounts

Sick Pay

On-site car parking

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in administration or customer service roles is essential.
• Keen eye for detail and accuracy when handling data.
• Confident in using IT systems and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage orders received via Marketman.
• Check order quantities and prices for accuracy.
• Provide administrative support to the telesales team.

Skills

Administration experience

Attention to detail

IT systems proficiency

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are the internal recruitment partner working with a well-established independent, family-owned enterprise that has been a cornerstone in the UK's foodservice distribution sector for nearly five decades.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Key Account Administrator to join the friendly and dedicated team based in Peterborough.

The successful Key Account Administrator will play a vital role in supporting key customers and ensuring the smooth processing of orders. You will be responsible for managing orders received via Marketman, checking quantities and prices for accuracy, and contacting buyers to resolve any discrepancies.

Working closely with the telesales and wider commercial teams, you will provide vital administrative support and assist other areas of the business as needed. This may involve handling inbound and outbound calls, data entry, and carrying out general office administration tasks.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience within an administration, customer service, or system-based role.
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy when working with data.
• Confident and proficient in the use of IT systems and MS Office applications.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• A positive, enthusiastic, and adaptable attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Able to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Lives within a commutable distance to the Peterborough depot.

In return we are offering:

• A competitive salary of 24,375 per year ( 12.50 per hour), with the potential to earn up to an additional 3,000 in commission.
• Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm (with a 30-minute lunch break).
• No weekend work!
• 28 days holiday, including 3 Bank Holidays (Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year's Day).
• Long Service Award days.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Life Assurance Scheme.
• Pension Scheme.
• Staff Discounts.
• Sick Pay.
• On-site car parking.
• Learning and development opportunities to support your growth within the business.

Interested? Then APPLY now for immediate consideration.