FT Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting an Assistant Sales and Marketing Manager on behalf of one of our growing manufacturing clients based in Tamworth. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an expanding business in a varied, hands on role with real scope for development. The successful candidate will support sales and marketing activity across the business and deputise for the Sales & Marketing Manager when required. Key Responsibilities: Sales & Commercial Support: * Deputise for the Sales and Marketing Manager during periods of absence * Process customer enquiries, quotations, and sales orders accurately and efficiently whilst liasing with a global network of customers, agents, and distributors * Follow up on open sales leads and hold distributors accountable to sales targets * Maintain and update the CRM system with customer and sales data * Prepare and issue order acknowledgements, shipping documents, and invoices * Generate regular sales, geographical intake, and service sales reports * Handle incoming calls and emails professionally * Provide temporary cover for key sales team members when required Marketing Support: * Assist with planning and delivery of marketing campaigns, events, and trade shows * Manage website content and support e-commerce activity * Maintain and update social media platforms * Coordinate marketing materials such as brochures and newsletters * Support SEO, email marketing, and digital advertising initiatives * Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and industry trends Administration & Operations Support: * Create dispatch paperwork including Bills of Lading, packing lists, invoices, CE certificates, and Chamber manuals * Arrange dispatch via couriers such as DHL, TNT, FedEx, and Trax * Process spares, warranty spares, service orders, and job packs * Process telephone credit card payments and scan and upload documentation to internal systems * Update chamber and service databases * Provide purchasing administration support when required * Assist with customer hospitality during on-site visits Skills & Experience Required: * Previous experience in a sales administration or marketing support role in a manufacturing environment with a proven track record * Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail * Confident communicator, both written and verbal * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and experience using CRM systems and digital marketing tools * Familiarity with CMS platforms (e.g. WordPress) and social media management * Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently or as part of a team Benefits: * Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave plus public holidays * Company pension scheme, private healthcare after 2 years’ service, pension contribution after 3 years, profit share scheme after 2 years’ service * Opportunities for training, travel, and career progression The role will be based in Tamworth primarily and is office based, but on rare occasion foreign travel for things like exhibitions / seminars will be part of the role. If you are interested in this role, please apply within or call (phone number removed) and speak with Ria