Sales Administrator (Transport Background)
Are you an experienced Sales Administrator with a background in transport or logistics? We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join our team and provide vital support across our sales and operations departments.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in your organisational and communication skills, we would love to hear from you.
About the Role
As a Sales Administrator, you will be responsible for managing customer interactions, processing orders, and ensuring smooth coordination between the sales and logistics teams. Your knowledge of the industry will contribute to efficient operations and high levels of customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Answering phone calls and handling client queries
Booking appointments and managing schedules
Supporting prospective and existing clients via phone, email, and in person
Assisting the sales team in resolving customer requests efficiently
Processing customer orders and ensuring accurate payment handling
Updating customer records in internal systems
Coordinating deliveries and reordering stock as needed
Providing quotations and offering after-sales support
Producing invoices and conducting credit checks
Maintaining accurate sales records and organising related documentation
Generating sales reports and identifying opportunities for new products
Collaborating with other departments to ensure seamless service deliveryWhat You'll Need to Succeed
Previous experience in a similar Sales Administrator role, ideally within the transport or logistics sector
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook
Own transport to commute to and from work
High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality work
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
A calm, solution-focused approach under pressureBenefits of working with our client:
No weekends
Parking onsite
Company pension and life insurance
Referral programme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Employee discount and many more benefits!A background in transport is essential, as you will be working closely with drivers, logistics teams, and clients. A solid understanding of the pace and demands of the industry will be key to your success.
About Us:
Driver Hire is the UK's largest transport and logistics recruitment company. We are proud to offer fantastic opportunities to drivers in the Southampton area and treat our drivers as true professionals. In fact, 97% of our drivers report being proud to work with us!
Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Career?
Join Driver Hire Southampton today and become an integral part of our expanding team. Apply now to secure your position