Sales Administrator *12 Months Fixed Term – Gateshead*

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Sales Administrator – Gateshead (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)

Are you an experienced Sales Administrator looking for a stable and rewarding opportunity? Our client, a well-established and growing business in Gateshead, is expanding their team and seeking a dynamic and proactive professional to join them on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with potential for extension thereafter.

At the heart of this company is its people-first culture, valuing collaboration, integrity, and professional growth. OA has proudly partnered with this client for many years, building a longstanding and trusted relationship while supporting their continued success and business growth. This is a company that truly invests in its employees, offering industry-leading training, development, and internal progression opportunities.

Why join our client?

Salary: £24,000 – £27,000, depending on experience
Quarterly bonus scheme based on company performance
36-hour workweek with flexible start and finish times: Monday to Thursday: 8:20 AM – 4:30 PM and Friday: 8:20 AM – 1:30 PM – early Friday finish
Hybrid working – once fully trained, you’ll have the option to work from home every Friday
Structured training & career progression opportunities
Stable & secure company with low staff turnover
Great location – based in Gateshead, with free on-site parking and excellent transport links
Comprehensive benefits package, including: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (extra leave for length of service), Profit-share bonus, Enhanced pension scheme, Life assurance, Enhanced parental leave, Employee assistance programme (24/7 helpline), Discount app & tickets to local attractions, Cycle-to-work scheme.

Your Role as a Sales Administrator

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and enjoys providing outstanding support to clients and internal teams. You’ll play a key role in managing sales orders, processing enquiries, and ensuring seamless communication between departments to deliver an exceptional customer experience.

Processing and managing customer enquiries through to quotation, ensuring efficient follow-up
Handling and coordinating sales orders from initial enquiry to delivery
Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and key accounts
Managing communications promptly and professionally via phone and email
Supporting sales and marketing initiatives within the business
Maintaining the centralised inbox to ensure quick response times
Escalating technical support enquiries to relevant team via CRM systems
Providing administrative support to the sales and business development teams
Preparing reports and documentation as required
Monitoring pricing and discount strategies to align with business goals

What We’re Looking For

Experience in administration, customer service, or order processing
Highly organised, proactive, and results-driven with a self-starter mindset
Excellent communication skills – both over the phone and via email
Strong problem-solving skills with a customer-focused approach
Good IT proficiency – experience with Office 365 & CRM systems is a plus
A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to take on new challengesIf you’re passionate about sales administration and want to be part of a growing, supportive team, apply today. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity – apply now.

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