Sales Advisor

Adecco; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Sales Advisor for their Shotton location. Key responsibilities include managing customer inquiries and processing sales orders in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong sales experience, excellent communication and organisational skills. This is a full-time permanent position offering competitive remuneration and opportunities for personal development.

Qualifications

• Previous sales experience is preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Handling inbound sales inquiries via telephone and email.
• Processing sales orders efficiently.
• Addressing customer queries and complaints.

Skills

Sales experience

Organisational skills

Negotiating skills

Communication skills

Education

Standard grades in English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Great Plains

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft OneNote

Job description

Job Title: Sales Advisor
Location: Shotton, Deeside
Remuneration: 25,000 - 27,000 DOE
Contract Details: Permanent, 40 hours per week (8am - 5pm, Mon-Fri)

Looking for a dynamic role in a thriving manufacturing environment? Join our client, a leading provider of industrial supplies, and be part of a team that delivers high-quality products and exceptional customer service!

Responsibilities:
As a Sales Advisor, you will be at the forefront of our customer interactions, ensuring an outstanding experience.

Your key responsibilities include:

- Handling inbound sales inquiries via telephone and email, checking stock levels and pricing using Microsoft Great Plains.
- Processing sales orders efficiently through our systems.
- Addressing customer queries and complaints, sourcing technical information when necessary.
- Responding to customer inquiries through various platforms, including web-based tools.
- Sourcing items from other suppliers as needed to meet customer demands.
- Maintaining high standards of administration and service to maximise profitability and service levels.
- Promoting the company's products and services positively while maintaining a professional image.
- Undertaking additional tasks as requested by the Branch Manager or Company Directors to support departmental success.
- Upholding the company's confidentiality agreement in all tasks.

Essential Skills/Competencies/Experience/Qualifications Required:
To thrive in this role, you should possess:

- Previous sales experience (preferred).
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organisational skills with multitasking capabilities.
- Excellent negotiating skills.
- A willingness to learn and adapt to flexible working arrangements.
- An interest in engineering and related products.
- A driven and enthusiastic sales orientation.
- Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proficiency in numeracy, literacy, and word processing.
- Team player attitude with a commercial awareness of sales procedures.
- Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.

Knowledge Required:

- Good ICT skills, including experience with Great Plains sales software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and OneNote.
- General knowledge of health and safety procedures.

Experience (and/or) Qualifications Required:

- Standard grades in English and Maths as a minimum.

If you're enthusiastic, driven, and ready to take on a new challenge, we want to hear from you! Apply today and step into a rewarding career as a Sales Advisor in a supportive and dynamic environment!

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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