Position: Sales Coordinator
Salary: 28,000 to 32,000
Location: Office-based Manchester
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday 08:00am - 16:00pm (Flexible)
Reporting to: Senior National Account Manager
A leading and rapidly growing UK-based food manufacturing business is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Sales Coordinator to support its dynamic sales team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in sales administration who's ready to take the next step in their career within the fast-paced FMCG sector.
The Role:
The sales coordinator will play a key role in supporting the commercial team, managing day-to-day administrative tasks, maintaining customer relationships, and contributing to the overall sales process. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their commercial skillset within a supportive and ambitious environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Providing administrative support to the sales team, including meeting coordination and presentation preparation
* Conducting customer and market research, including trend analysis and compiling reports
* Acting as the point of contact for customer queries, ensuring excellent service
* Managing and updating customer-facing materials and sales reports
* Handling several smaller customer accounts
* Assisting with forecasting and CRM management
* Supporting product and customer onboarding processes
* Coordinating product sample delivery and logistics
* Attending customer meetings and trade shows, as required
* Supporting senior members of the commercial team with strategic tasks
The Ideal Candidate:
* Minimum of 12 months' experience in a sales administration or coordinator role
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
* Strong communication skills with a professional telephone manner
* Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels
* Excellent organisation and multitasking abilities
* Familiarity with FMCG and B2B sales processes is highly advantageous
Personal Attributes:
* Detail-focused with a high level of accuracy
* Self-motivated and able to work independently
* Eager to learn and quick to adapt
* Results-driven and commercially aware
* Flexible and collaborative team player
What's on Offer:
* Competitive salary: 28,000 - 32,000, depending on experience
* Profit share scheme
* 31 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with length of service
* Extra day off for your birthday
* Health cash plan (after 3 months) - includes cover for dental, optical, and more
* Employee Assistance Program
* Company pension with 4% employer contribution
* Free on-site parking, close to major travel networks
* Staff perks include weekly product samples, discounted staff shop, and regular themed office days (e.g. Fruity Tuesdays and Doughnut Fridays)
* Company social events throughout the year
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply or if you would like to discuss further details, please send your CV to: (url removed)
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