SALES ADMINISTRATOR

Ambitions Personnel; Grantham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business in Grantham is looking for an experienced Sales Administrator to join their operations team. The role involves end-to-end sales administration including order processing, invoicing, and export documentation, requiring a keen attention to detail and independence in a close-knit team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Sales Administration role.
• Strong knowledge of order processing, invoicing, and export procedures.
• Ability to work independently in a task-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Process all sales orders and invoices efficiently and accurately.
• Manage shipping and carrier bookings, negotiating the best rates.
• Communicate with internal teams to meet order and production deadlines.

Skills

Order processing

Invoicing

Export procedures

Attention to detail

Customer communication

Tools

SAP

Job description

Are you an experienced Sales Administrator with a background in order processing, invoicing, and exports?

We’re working with a well-established manufacturing business based in Grantham looking to recruit a Sales Administrator to join their close-knit operations team.

You’ll be responsible for end-to-end sales administration — from order processing and export documentation through to invoicing and customer communication. This is a key role in a small team of two, where attention to detail, independence, and a proactive approach are essential.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Process all sales orders and invoices efficiently and accurately
• Manage shipping and carrier bookings, negotiating the best rates
• Ensure all documentation (including export docs and proofs of delivery) is correct and compliant
• Communicate with internal teams to meet order and production deadlines
• Maintain and update customer records, both UK and overseas
• Respond to emails and customer queries promptly to ensure excellent service
• Review and approve shipping invoices and monitor SOPs
• File, scan, and maintain accurate sales and customs records (via Lakeview)
• Run month-end reports and assist with general admin tasks for the Sales Director

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a Sales Administration role
• Strong knowledge of order processing, invoicing, and export procedures
• Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems is desirable
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to pick up processes quickly
• Ability to work independently in a quiet, task-focused environment
• A steady, self-motivated individual who takes ownership of their work

The Details:

This role would suit someone who enjoys structure, consistency, and responsibility. If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, this could be the perfect fit.

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