Job Description

Overview

Gilkes is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Sales Administrator to join our well-established Sales team at our head office in Kendal, Cumbria.

The Sales Administrator will have a wide remit of responsibilities, providing general administrative support and contributing to the smooth running of the Sales team with diligence and reliability.

The role

Communication with current & prospective customers and follow up sales enquiries by telephone, email and online Assist sales team in preparing quotations, tenders and contracts Maintaining Sales databases and logs Ensure all pre-order documentation is handed over to the projects department in a timely & efficient manner Support internal sales processes and supporting systems documents Help with the preparation and collation of large, complex tenders Entering sales information into the company ERP system Assist Sales team in preparation for internal review meetings Issue equipment maintenance & inspection reports and action report findings Process sales orders, contracts and invoices Raise despatch paperwork and manage logistics documentation.

The Individual

GCSE Grades 5 - 9 (A-C) including Maths and English (or equivalent) Experience with ERP and data entry systems Advanced levels of numeracy & literacy Competent in MS Office packages (incl. word, excel and outlook) Confident telephone manner Tact and diplomacy in all written and verbal communications Energetic & self-motivated Strong organisation and planning skills Team working skills Excellent attention to detail Previous experience of working in a sales environment

In return we offer

Generous Pension Scheme Enhanced family leave 25 days holidays plus bank holidays and the option to buy more Continuous professional development Professional / technical memberships support and funding Cycle to Work scheme Life Insurance Access to OH Support / EAP programme for wellbeing support Company sick pay Discounted gym membership Company events

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,398.00-26,737.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Paid volunteer time Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Kendal LA9 7BZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person