Sales Support Administrator - Basildon - Up to -27,000

Our client are seeking a Sales Support & Administrator to join their UK Sales team based in Basildon. This role will focus on generating and managing sales leads, supporting field sales executives, and assisting the Head of Sales with reporting, database management, and general sales administration.

Location: Basildon Office
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm
Salary: Up to -27,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Sales in achieving departmental and company objectives.
• Generate and qualify new leads through phone calls and emails, building and expanding the customer base.
• Schedule and manage follow-up calls and actions; maintain detailed records of activities.
• Communicate lead information to the external sales team.
• Follow up on old leads as directed by sales team members.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities in the CRM system, including calls, meetings, presentations, and follow-ups.
• Conduct cold calls to potential new clients to build a dedicated client portfolio.
• Maintain and update the SharePoint database with customer rate files.
• Compile monthly reports on turnover from new accounts won by the sales team.
• Monitor and manage stock levels of sales materials and brochures, placing new orders when required.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a sales administrator or sales support role preferred.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and work to strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) with solid general IT knowledge.
• Understanding of logistics processes is desirable (training provided if required).
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong coordination and time-management skills.

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