The Job
The Company:
• Established over 50 years ago, this award-winning British business has grown to a turnover of over £250 million.
• They supply a broad portfolio of building materials including bricks, cladding, timber, and prefabricated products.
• Their client base spans developers, house builders, contractors, and architects throughout the UK.
• The business takes a consultative, solution-led approach to its customers and projects.
• Employees benefit from full training, strong support, and clear paths for long-term career development.
Benefits of the Sales Support Co Ordinator
£26k - £30k depending on experience
25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
Enhanced Holiday Scheme (length of service)
Buy/Sell Holiday option
Pension
Life Insurance
Company Bonus
The Role of the Sales Support Co Ordinator
Handle incoming customer enquiries by phone and email quickly and professionally, providing accurate information on products, prices, orders, and samples in coordination with the sales team.
Process and track customer and supplier purchase orders, ensuring materials are delivered on time and order details are updated as needed.
Communicate with suppliers and logistics partners to manage delivery schedules and notify customers of shipment updates or changes.
Support the sales team through accurate reporting, maintaining customer and supplier databases, managing calendars, and assisting with invoice or credit queries.
Provide administrative and operational support such as arranging travel, coordinating events, covering reception when needed, and assisting other team members during absences.
The Ideal Person for the Sales Support Co Ordinator
Quickly and helpfully reply to customer questions by phone or email, sharing clear information about products, prices, orders, and samples while working closely with the sales team.
Take care of customer and supplier orders from start to finish, making sure everything is processed correctly, delivered on time, and kept up to date.
Stay in touch with suppliers and delivery partners to organize schedules and keep customers informed about their shipments.
Support the sales team by preparing reports, keeping records accurate, managing calendars, and helping to sort out any billing or credit issues.
Lend a hand with general office tasks like arranging travel and events, greeting visitors when needed, and stepping into support teammates during absences.
If you think the role of Sales Executive is for you, apply now!
Consultant: Amanda Ellis
Email: amandae@otrsales.co.uk
Tel no: 0208 397 4114
Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.
About On Target:
At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector. We place all levels of personnel, up to Director, across the UK and internationally.....Read more...
Supporting both the procurement and logistics departments.
Helping to ensure smooth operations across our supply chain.
Processing orders and managing inventory.
Maintaining accurate data in MRP/ERP/SAP systems.
Communicating with suppliers and internal teams.
Supporting departmental KPIs and continuous improvement.
Training:
Weekly online interactive learning sessions with a CIPS trainer.
The CIPS Level 3 Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations.
Monthly online one-to-one coaching with an experienced procurement coach.
Access to Profex Pass Kits and CIPS online resources.
Peer-to-peer learning with other procurement apprentices.
Duration: 13-15 months.
Potential progression opportunity to Level 4 CIPS Apprenticeship.
Training Outcome:
Role within our Procurement and Supply Chain Team as Procurement and Supply Chain Co-ordinator.
Potential to progress onto Level 4 CIPS apprenticeship.
Employer Description:Vulcan Seals is dedicated to being the world's best standard mechanical and encapsulated seal manufacturer and supplier.
From the beginning in 1986, Vulcan Seals has been built on foundations that allow us to deliver exceptional customer service to our partners,
At Vulcan Seals, we operate on three fundamental beliefs:
- Our people give their best when we show that we care
- We work best with our clients when we collaborate
- Technology and investment are changing our business
Our Vision is to “Embrace Excellence – Vulcan Principles, Service, Quality and Value” and we can only achieve this with engaged colleagues who feel truly valued. That’s why we promise to create an environment where everyone can thrive and be their best every day.
Everything we do is underpinned by our values and principles. They form the basis of our culture and show the outside world what we are all about and how we do things at Vulcan Seals.
More information about us and the history of Vulcan Seals can be found on our website.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday, 9.00am to 5.00pm. Friday, 9.00am to 4.30pm.
30 minutes paid lunch, Monday to Thursday. 45 minutes on a Friday.
20 minutes of paid breaks each day.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
