OBR Group are excited to be working alongside a leading customs brokerage business to support the hire of a Sales Support Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to begin or develop a career in international trade, logistics, and customs operations within a commercially driven environment.
The Opportunity
Our client is seeking a highly organised and motivated individual to join their commercial team. This position plays a key role in supporting the execution of go-to-market strategies, ensuring services are effectively positioned and delivered to the right customers and markets.
This role would suit someone with strong administrative and communication skills who is eager to build a career in sales within the international trade and logistics sector.
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct market research and analysis, gathering insight on market trends, competitor activity, and customer behaviour to support commercial strategy.
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Provide sales pipeline support, including lead generation, CRM management, tracking sales progress, and facilitating smooth handovers between marketing, sales, and client relations teams.
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Support customer engagement activities, assisting with outreach and relationship-building initiatives.
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Assist in the preparation of tailored proposals and service presentations.
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Provide administrative support to the commercial team, including scheduling meetings, managing communications, and maintaining accurate documentation.
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Maintain tracking systems for market activity and report on key performance indicators, including customer engagement and campaign effectiveness.
About You
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A genuine interest in international trade, logistics, or customs brokerage.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage both internally and externally.
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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and comfortable using CRM systems.
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Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
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Previous experience in sales support or customer service is advantageous but not essential.
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Proactive, adaptable, and keen to learn.
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A second European language would be beneficial.
If you are looking to take the next step in your career within a growing and specialist sector, we would love to hear from you