Sales Assistant

Connect Appointments; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a proactive Sales Assistant to enhance their team in the Air Traffic Control sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with customers, manage sales documentation, and support marketing initiatives. You will be responsible for coordinating sales activities, preparing quotes, and maintaining the CRM system. With a competitive salary and the potential for career growth, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to contribute to a leading provider in the aviation technology field. Join a company that values your skills and offers a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Early Friday finish

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales or administrative support role is essential.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sales & Marketing Manager with customer accounts and sales processes.
• Coordinate marketing campaigns and manage sales documentation.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Customer Focus

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Multitasking Abilities

Education

Experience in Sales or Administrative Support

Marketing Knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

CRM Software

Job description

Connect Appointments are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Sales Assistant for Air Traffic Systems to join and strengthen our client's existing team in Cramlington.

Our client is a well-established, prominent provider of systems and solutions for the Air Traffic Control (ATC) community, serving over 300 airports and communication centres in more than 50 countries across the globe.

What's on offer?

1. A permanent position
2. Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 17:00 - with an early Friday finish
3. A competitive salary of £25,000 to £35,000 per annum
4. 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing by 1 day annually (max 25 days)

Working as a Sales Assistant, this role will involve assisting with customer interactions, managing sales documentation, coordinating marketing efforts, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations within the sales department. Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

1. Support the Sales & Marketing Manager in managing leads, customer accounts, and sales processes
2. Assist in preparing quotes, proposals, and tender submissions
3. Handle customer inquiries, providing timely and professional responses
4. Maintain and update the CRM system with sales data, customer interactions, and follow-ups
5. Coordinate sales and marketing campaigns, including email marketing and social media activities
6. Assist in organising trade shows, exhibitions, and client meetings
7. Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and industry trends
8. Liaise with internal teams to ensure smooth order processing and after-sales support
9. Generate and analyse sales reports for management review

To be successful as a Sales Assistant, you will be highly organised, customer-focused, and eager to contribute to a dynamic team in the Air Traffic Control (ATC) and related technology sectors.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Previous experience in a sales or administrative support role (preferably within a technical or B2B industry)
2. Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
3. Marketing experience/knowledge
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM software
6. The ability to work independently and as part of a team
7. High attention to detail and problem-solving skills
8. Familiarity with ATC systems, aviation, or technology-related industries is a plus but not essential

Interested? Want to learn more? Apply now or give us a call on (phone number removed).

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