We are looking for an analytical and organised, Business Administrator, where you will be part of a team responsible for the smooth running of the department. Your role will be in an administrative capacity, providing a link between customers and internal departments facilitating customer needs to ensure continuing relationships. You will need skills and qualities such as effective communication, attention to detail, a love for spreadsheets, accuracy, flexibility and problem solving.
Role Objective:
To ensure all customer orders, requirements and queries are accurately recorded, processed and managed through the system, that adequate stocks of a product are available for call-off or on factory order to enable product and information to be dispatched accurately, on time, every time.
To process all orders accurately and to meet customer requirements
To monitor stock levels, report on availability, identify potential shortfalls and liaise with customer’s merchandisers to meet customer requirements
To answer all customer telephone and e-mail enquiries promptly and efficiently
To be the link between the customer and departments on all matters relating to established products
Main Responsibilities for the Business Administrator are:
Order processing including inputting, checking and liaison with operations and trading departments to ensure deadlines are met
Handling telephone and e-mail enquiries, stock enquiries and technical queries
Maintaining static product data, updating prices, and setting up new products on the system
Booking in of all customer deliveries
Liaising with account managers daily, to ensure the smooth running of their accounts
Monitoring and controlling special orders
Monitoring and controlling customer “own branded” stocks, maintaining stock reports and liaising with customer’s merchandising team to ensure the product is always in stock or on factory order
Meeting with customer’s merchandising team to report on stock planning
Recording and analysing customer sales data to assist in the planning of future factory orders
Dealing with customer queries relating to deliveries and invoicing including regular and routine monitoring and reporting of delivery dates, obtaining of PODs and resolving pricing queries
Liaising with other departments within the company to complete and resolve Customer Service issues, including returns management
Maintaining and updating various spreadsheets
General administration and housekeeping duties
From time to time any other reasonable duties as may be reasonably requested by the Line Manager
The position carries the responsibility for carrying out all duties to the required standard as indicated by the Line Manager and professional codes of conduct and regulations
Essential Skills and Requirements for the Business Administrator:
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) particularly excel
Excellent numeracy & literacy skills
Exceptional organisation skills – time management, ability to prioritise & meet project deadlines
Forward thinker, able to identify and minimise problems before they occur
Self-motivated and positive attitude to self-development
The starting salary offered is competitive and based on full time 39 hours. This is an opportunity to be part of a successful company, you will have 21 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (increasing with length of service up to 34 days), employee discount on company products, auto-enrolment pension scheme, free onsite parking, learning and development opportunities.
If this position is of interest and you have the necessary required skills, I would love to hear from you.
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Supporting the company Executive Assistant with:
Health and safety as well as fire safety and first aid within the office
Maintain and update office risk assessments
Deliver Health & Safety site inductions to new employees and distribute refresher training to current employees
Ensure all building facilities are working correctly and efficiently, e.g. air conditioning and security systems and arrange for annual servicing
Manage waste removal
Record and manage all building utilities
Contact the landlord regarding building maintenance. Improvements and issue
Monitor stock and order supplies for the business (stationery, drinks, cleaning materials etc.)
Record office expenditure and assist the EA in managing the office budget
Coordinate meeting room bookings, facilitate meeting room set up, order refreshments and food & clearing after meetings
Greet visitors upon arrival
Maintain the condition of the office and arrange for necessary repairs
Sort and distribute incoming mail
Coordinate internal and external company events
Tasks set by the senior management team
Updating and testing of the Business Continuity Plan
Producing and updating of department SOPs/Supporting other departments with SOP upload onto Entropy
Supporting the Head of HR and other departments with:
Maintaining workplace accreditations, ISO certifications, and sustainability certifications
Carrying out internal audits to ensure departments follow standard operating procedures - this is in line with our accreditations for ISO14001, ISO9001 and ISO27001 (environmental, quality and security)
Assisting Tender team and sales teams with tender submission information
Carbon impact reporting
Environmental Health & Safety compliance audits
General business admin
Cover for annual leave and sickness within other departments when fully trained (Finance, Client Services, Service Delivery, Commercial)
Training:Business Administrator Level 3.
This is a blended delivery model.
Predominantly, your programme is delivered in your place of work, during working hours. You will have regular meetings with your training specialist and attend monthly online tutorials.
There is a requirement to attend monthly masterclasses. These have been designed to help apprentices to share experiences and working practices and to achieve stronger outcomes on assignments and projects. These masterclasses are held in a venue in central Mansfield.Training Outcome:Upon completion of your apprenticeship further training may be available to you to help further your career.Employer Description:We aim to save time and moneyAll businesses have immediate objectives, and many are centered around selling to or communicating with their customers, or acquiring new ones. The earlier we can be involved in discussing these objectives, the more value we can add by leveraging nearly 20 years of company experience.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
We’re recruiting for an Inside Sales Executive to join a thriving sales team based at a well-established company’s UK headquarters in Banbury. This is a full time, permanent, position which will be 100% office based.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves combining sales, customer service, and relationship management, all while working in a supportive, collaborative environment.
You’ll play a key part in driving sales, managing existing customer accounts, and developing new business opportunities. You will be responsible for managing the entire sales cycle for existing customers, from lead qualification to nurturing existing accounts and closing deals. This role is a great opportunity for a proactive and results-driven individual to make a direct impact on business growth.
As Inside Sales Executive you will be responsible for:
Sales and Business Development
Proactively following up on open quotes, asset sample requests, abandoned shopping baskets, and other qualified sales leads utilising the CRM tool to maximise conversion rates
Qualifying and contacting high-value warm leads
Proactively contacting relevant customers to capture follow-on business or resolve outstanding queries
Upselling and cross-selling: promoting and selling the comprehensive range of products, alongside solutions, to maximise revenue and average order value from every interaction
Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing customers, acting as a trusted advisor to secure repeat business, drive customer loyalty, and identify scalable growth opportunities within these existing accounts
Campaign Management and Reactivation
Partner with the marketing team to execute outbound telephone campaigns and follow up on specific direct mail promotions to generate interest and new business
Analyse dormant customer data to identify and prioritise reactivation efforts
Search for, manage, and follow up on public tenders to secure new contracts
As Inside Sales Executive you must be/have:
3+ years’ experience in sales
Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong understanding of the full sales cycle from lead generation to close
CRM experience (Salesforce ideal) and solid Microsoft Office skills
Driven, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
A team player who enjoys collaborating and celebrating success together
Why You’ll Love It
Established, respected business with strong UK and global presence
Great earning potential with achievable targets
Supportive team culture where your ideas and energy really matter
Opportunity to develop and grow your career in sales and account management
Up to £35,000 basic + commission (monthly and annual)
Fantastic benefits
If you’re commercially minded, people-focused, and ready to take the next step in your sales career, apply today!
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