Sales Administrator

SciMed - Scientific and Medical Products Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

SciMed, a leading distributor of scientific equipment, is seeking a Sales Administrator to be the first point of contact for customers. The role involves processing orders, liaising with suppliers, and supporting finance administration. The successful candidate will thrive in a structured environment, with a focus on detail and customer relationships.

Benefits

15% annual bonus based on performance

Supportive work culture with performance reviews

2 days working from home after settling into role

Qualifications

• Experience with sales order processing or supply chain environment is ideal but not essential.
• Confident communicator who enjoys building relationships.
• Comfortable working in a structured environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for customers via phone and email.
• Create sales quotations and process customer orders.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding product availability and pricing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisation

Proactivity

Job description

SciMed is a leading distributor of scientific equipment, proudly serving customers across the UK and Ireland. An owner-managed business based in South Manchester, SciMed employs 40 people across the UK. In Ireland, our operations are conducted via our sister company, Dublin Analytical Instruments Ltd.

About SciMed

Responsibilities

The Role

The Sales Administrator will primarily act as a first point of contact for both new and existing customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Being the first point of contact for both new and existing customers via phone and email
• Liaising with international suppliers regarding product availability and pricing
• Creating accurate sales quotations and processing customer orders
• Ordering products from suppliers and maintaining the customer database
• Supporting finance admin including processing purchase invoices
• Assisting with in-house training and seminars (admin & event support)

Welcome to SciMed

Experience & Qualifications

• Ideally, experience with sales order processing or working within a supply chain environment (not essential)
• Excellent attention to detail the products are complex, so accuracy is key
• A confident communicator who enjoys building relationships with customers and suppliers
• Comfortable working in a structured and quiet environment with a focus on quality and consistency
• Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple admin tasks efficiently

Working with SciMed

Location of role

Office based in Heaton Mersey

Workday
This role is proposed to be between full time, Monday to Friday.

Working at SciMed

Our Benefits Package

• Salary of £26,000 £29,000, dependent on experience
• Up to 15% annual bonus based on company and individual performance
• Supportive and rewarding work culture with regular performance reviews
• 37.5 hours per week with full training provided
• 2 days working from home once established within the role.

Selection Process

The selection process will be as follows:

• Long-listing of applicants (up to 10 candidates).
• 30-minute initial online interviews.
• Shortlisting to a maximum of four candidates.
• Final in-person interview at SciMed’s Stockport office (1 hour).
• Offer subject to two satisfactory references, including one from your current or most recent employer.

The vacancy will remain open until a suitable candidate is appointed — no fixed closing date.

Start Date

Immediate start available, subject to notice period.

Your covering letter should clearly address:

• Why you believe you are suited to this role.
• Your motivation for applying.
• Any additional relevant information.

Applications without a tailored covering letter will not be considered.