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Employer: Reed
Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 per annum, inc benefits
Date Added: 22/04/2024

My client is looking for a sales administrator on a maternity cover basis for a minimum of 12 months.

The successful candidate will be responsible for meeting internal sales requirements, expediting open supplier orders, and ensuring effective inventory control. This role requires a methodical approach, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work as part of a team.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Raise and transmit purchase orders to suppliers at the best possible price or agreed contractual terms, ensuring acceptable delivery lead times.
  • Expedite open supplier orders to meet customer commitments.
  • Book in deliveries of stock and resolve any associated supplier issues.
  • Manage inventory to increase stock turn frequency and maintain stock at favourable levels.
  • Performance management of allocated suppliers to reduce costs and improve terms.
  • Continually improve supplier performance through ongoing reviews.
  • Deliver excellent customer service and maintain effective communication with internal and external contacts.
  • Liaise with sales divisions, suppliers, warehouse, and Purchasing and Operations Manager (POM) to manage workload.
  • Use the company’s inventory management software to review orders/reports and maintain product lead times.
  • Assist sales teams with supplier-related queries and quotes.
  • Work with Accounts to resolve supplier invoice queries.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Understanding and experience of forecasting and stock replenishment techniques.
  • Proficient in the use of inventory management software (DESIRABLE).
  • Experience in Vendor relationship management (DESIRABLE).
  • High level of numeracy and an accurate, methodical approach to work.
  • Ability to negotiate and achieve favourable outcomes.
  • Proficient user of all Microsoft Office software.

To apply for this position, please apply now! 

Application Deadline: 22/05/2024
Contract Type: Permanent
Submitted Applications: 0

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