Sales Marketing Administrator

Clear Design Pty Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sales and Marketing Administrator to streamline operations and enhance customer service. This pivotal role involves supporting the sales team by managing administrative tasks, calculating quotes, and maintaining organized records. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the manufacturing sector, be proficient in Microsoft Excel, and possess excellent interpersonal skills. With responsibilities ranging from inventory management to social media marketing, this position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will significantly impact the company's success. If you're ready to take on a challenge and drive results, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in the manufacturing industry with strong quote calculation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with Xero Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs and provide accurate quotes while ensuring margins are met.
• Manage social media accounts and assist with online selling.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Cost estimation

Data analysis

Social media marketing

Education

5 years experience in manufacturing

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Tools

Xero Accounting

Job description

Job Title: Sales and Marketing Administrator

The primary purpose of the Sales and Marketing Administrator is to support the sales team by relieving them of administrative tasks, enabling them to focus on sales and customer service.

The Sales Administrator will assist with tasks such as calculating quotes, managing catalogue stock, maintaining records, and generating reports, while helping the Sales Director ensure smooth sales operations.

The Marketing function will include managing the company's social media accounts and newsletters, and assisting with online selling.

Attributes

• Attention to detail and good interpersonal skills.
• Customer-service oriented.

Key Responsibilities

1. Estimate costs for materials, components, and other expenses to provide accurate quotes, ensuring that margins are met.
2. Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve project efficiency, offering recommendations to the sales team.

Data Collection and Analysis

• Gather information from procurement and logistics departments when necessary to calculate accurate quotes, including obtaining courier and delivery quotes.

Record Keeping and Reporting

• Maintain organized records of sales-related documents, contracts, and customer information.
• Regularly update sales and customer records.
• Generate weekly sales reports and track sales data to identify trends.

Inventory Management

• Monitor catalogue inventory levels and reorder supplies as needed.
• Regularly check stock and ensure product availability.

Marketing

• Manage social media accounts and company newsletters.
• Assist with online selling and website inquiries.

Experience and Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the manufacturing industry is essential.
• Strong experience in calculating quotes, with a solid understanding of basic drawings and dimensions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Familiarity with Xero Accounting is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience with social media marketing and online selling is essential.

Starting date: as soon as possible.