Sales Administrator – 6649

First Base Employment; Dursley; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Sales Administrator based in Dursley. This full-time role involves responding to client briefs, managing orders, and maintaining project information. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills and experience in sales administration. The salary ranges from £25,000 to £30,000, with flexible working options available. Interested candidates should email their CV to the contact provided.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales administration or project coordination.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Respond creatively to client briefs and prepare professional proposals.
• Manage the end-to-end process from initial enquiry through to final delivery.
• Provide flexible support during seasonal peaks, including occasional out-of-hours work.

Skills

Experience in sales administration or project coordination

Strong organisational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Confident working independently

Commercial awareness

Tech-savvy

Strong communication skills

Proactive and positive approach

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Sales Administrator –6649

Location: Dursley, with 2–3 days working from home flexibility

Hours: Full Time (Monday to Friday)

Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 (depending on experience)

Job Responsibilities:

• Respond creatively to client briefs by generating ideas, researching suitable solutions and preparing professional proposals and presentations
• Prepare quotes, process orders, raise POs and maintain accurate project information within internal systems
• Manage the end-to-end process from initial enquiry through to artwork approval, supplier liaison and final delivery
• Track orders, monitor timelines and resolve any queries or issues with clients and suppliers
• Use courier and freight platforms to coordinate shipping, logistics and returns when required
• Ensure internal records are updated and transparent at every stage to support efficient project delivery
• Provide flexible support during seasonal peaks. While core hours are Monday to Friday, occasional out-of-hours work may be required to meet client deadlines (TOIL provided where appropriate)

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in sales administration, account support or project coordination
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when working with proposals, orders and client communication
• Confident working independently with initiative to solve problems and keep projects moving
• Commercial awareness and ability to negotiate supplier costs while ensuring projects meet budget requirements
• Tech-savvy, comfortable using CRMs and online systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with clients and suppliers
• Proactive and positive approach with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Full UK driving licence essential

To be considered for this role, please email your CV to [e-mail] or call Katie on 01453 755330.

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