Administrative & Sales Support Specialist

Afri-Tech Mining Supplies; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized mining supplies company in South Africa is seeking an Administrative & Sales Support Specialist to manage front office tasks and assist the sales department. This role involves maintaining sales data and providing technical assistance. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Previous experience in a related field is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Professional demeanor required for first point of contact.
• Strong organizational skills for office administration.
• Experience with sales data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the front office and administration tasks.
• Assist sales department with quotes and inquiries.
• Handle product-related technical inquiries.

Skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Technical aptitude

Education

Grade 12 / Matric certificate

Job description

Introduction

We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Administrative & Sales Support Specialist to join our team.

This role is vital to our daily operations and growth, expanding on traditional administrative duties to provide essential support to our sales and operations departments.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Front Office & Administration: Serve as the first point of contact for the company, managing a multi-line switchboard, greeting visitors, and handling correspondence; provide comprehensive administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of our office; assist with social media scheduling and posting.
2. Sales & Customer Support: Assist the sales department by preparing accurate quotes and following up on customer inquiries; provide administrative support for all sales activities; maintain and analyse sales data using Microsoft Excel to support reporting and operational decision-making.
3. Technical Assistance: Use your technical aptitude and willingness to learn to confidently handle product-related inquiries; assist with orders for our specialized range of products.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Required

• The ideal candidate will possess a professional demeanour, strong organizational skills, and a keen interest in technical products.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and demonstrable analytical skills for data interpretation.

Advantageous

• A Grade 12 / Matric certificate is an advantage.
• Previous experience in a similar administrative or sales support role within a manufacturing, industrial, or technical environment is a significant advantage.

Interested?