Internal Sales Administrator - Cape Town

The Talent Room (Recruitment Solutions); Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

The Talent Room is currently recruiting an Internal Sales Administrator for a well-established supplier in Brackenfell, Cape Town. The role focuses on delivering excellent customer service from enquiry to delivery, supporting the sales team, and maintaining organised records.

You will manage customer interactions via walk-in, phone, and email, provide product details and guidance, and ensure accurate processing of quotations and sales orders in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Matric is required; additional qualification in Sales/Business Admin/Customer Service is advantageous.
• Experience in Internal Sales or Sales Administration is advantageous.
• Experience with ERP systems and MS Office Suite is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist walk-in, telephonic and email customers professionally.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Provide product information and technical guidance where applicable.
• Resolve customer queries efficiently.
• Prepare quotations accurately and timeously.
• Process customer sales orders.
• Follow up on outstanding quotations.
• Convert enquiries into sales opportunities.
• Ensure all customer information is accurately maintained.
• Capture sales orders on the ERP system.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Matric or equivalent

Sales/Business Administration/Customer Service qualification

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Our client is a well-established supplier serving the construction and manufacturing sectors, recognised for their quality products, outstanding service, and strong customer relationships.

As their business continues to grow, they are looking for a proactive and customer-focused Internal Sales Administrator to join their dynamic team in Brackenfell, Cape Town.

Description:

The Internal Sales Administrator plays a vital role in supporting their team and ensuring customers receive outstanding service from enquiry through to delivery.

This position requires someone who is highly organised, enjoys working with people, has strong administrative abilities, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail is essential.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric).


• Relevant qualification in Sales, Business Administration or Customer Service will be advantageous.


• Experience in an Internal Sales or Sales Administration role will be advantageous.


• Previous experience within the aluminium, hardware, building materials, manufacturing or construction industry will be advantageous.


• Computer literate with strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook and Word).


• Experience working on an ERP system

Responsibilities

Customer Service

• Assist walk-in, telephonic and email customers professionally.


• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.


• Provide product information and technical guidance where applicable.


• Resolve customer queries efficiently.


• Prepare quotations accurately and timeously.


• Process customer sales orders.


• Follow up on outstanding quotations.


• Convert enquiries into sales opportunities.


• Ensure all customer information is accurately maintained.

Order processing

• Capture sales orders on the ERP system.


• Verify pricing and product availability.


• Coordinate with production and warehouse regarding order status.


• Keep customers informed regarding lead times and deliveries.

Administration

• Prepare invoices and supporting documentation.


• Maintain customer files and records.


• Assist with filing and general office administration.


• Compile reports as required.

Stock & Logistics

• Liaise with warehouse regarding stock availability.


• Coordinate customer collections.


• Assist in arranging deliveries where required.


• Monitor back orders and communicate expected delivery dates.

Team support

• Support the external sales representatives.


• Work closely with production, procurement and dispatch.


• Assist with month-end sales administration.


• Contribute to achieving departmental sales targets.

Please note only candidates that meet the minimum requirements will be considered.