Sales Administrator

Pertemps; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction equipment OEM in Reading is seeking a motivated Sales Administrator to support its sales operations and enhance customer relationships. The role involves order processing, quotations, and coordinating deliveries while providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience in the plant sector and strong communication skills. This position offers competitive salary with commission, a company vehicle, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Commission opportunities

Company vehicle

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in the plant sector.
• Strong product knowledge of construction equipment or a willingness to learn quickly.
• Excellent customer service skills with an element of sales experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the sales team with order processing, quotations, and CRM updates.
• Act as a key point of contact for customers, providing excellent customer service and support.
• Assist with sales activity, including commission‑driven opportunities.

Skills

Customer service skills

Sales experience

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Job description

Overview

Elite Consultancy Network is working with a leading (OEM) in the construction equipment sector. They are renowned for delivering high-quality heavy plant machinery and solutions to customers across the industry. We are looking for a motivated Sales Administrator to support their sales operations, customer relationships, and account management in the Reading area.

This role is a mix of customer service, sales support, and account management. You will work closely with the Territory Sales Manager to manage customer orders, deliveries, and handovers, while ensuring smooth administration across the sales process. This is a hands‑on role with plenty of variety, offering the chance to develop product knowledge and grow your career in the construction equipment sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the sales team with order processing, quotations, and CRM updates.
• Act as a key point of contact for customers, providing excellent customer service and support.
• Assist with sales activity, including commission‑driven opportunities.
• Coordinate delivery, handover, and customer training for construction equipment.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and sales documentation.
• Act as a partial account manager, maintaining strong customer relationships and following up on orders.
• Provide hands‑on support and administration across the sales cycle.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in the plant sector.
• Strong product knowledge of construction equipment or a willingness to learn quickly.
• Excellent customer service skills with an element of sales experience.
• Organised, proactive, and able to multitask across administration, sales support, and delivery coordination.
• Comfortable working closely with a Territory Sales Manager and taking ownership of tasks.
• Experience managing deliveries, handovers, or customer‑facing processes is desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with commission opportunities.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Monday–Friday, 40‑hour week with predictable hours.
• Permanent role in a stable, growing OEM with career development opportunities.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated, hands‑on customer service professional with at least 2 years’ experience in the plant sector, we want to hear from you. We welcome applicants from all roles within plant, including sales, operations, service, and administration.