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Sales & Administration Assistant - Basildon - 6-Month Contract

Ready to join a fast-paced, customer-focused business where your contribution genuinely matters?
We’re recruiting for a Sales & Administration Assistant to join a thriving specialist merchant business in Basildon. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, loves working with customers, and wants to be at the heart of a busy and successful branch operation.
From supporting sales growth and building customer relationships to ensuring smooth day-to-day administration, this role offers the perfect blend of customer service, sales, administration and operational support.
Basildon
Monday - Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm - 6 month contract minimum
£29,567.52 + Performance Bonus
Free On-Site Parking
6-Month Contract - Immediate Start


What’s in It for You?

Competitive salary plus performance bonus
26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
Christmas shutdown to enjoy quality time with family and friends
Free on-site parking
Friendly, supportive and collaborative team environment
Varied role with real responsibility and customer interaction
Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a successful business


The RoleAs a key member of the team, you’ll be the first point of contact for customers, delivering outstanding service both face-to-face and over the phone. You’ll support sales activity, branch administration, stock accuracy and customer communications, helping drive the continued success of the branch.
What You’ll Be Doing*Delivering exceptional customer service on the trade counter and over the phone
*Processing sales, quotations, refunds, credits and customer orders
*Proactively upselling products and identifying sales opportunities
*Following up quotations and supporting branch sales activity
*Raising purchase orders and managing delivery documentation
*Supporting customer collections and delivery communications
*Assisting with stock accuracy and working closely with warehouse operations
*Managing branch administration, emails and customer correspondence
*Maintaining high standards across the trade counter and branch facilities
What We’re Looking For*Strong administration and organisational skills
*Excellent communication and customer service abilities
*Confident using Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
*Ability to work effectively in a busy environment and meet deadlines
*Professional, reliable and proactive approach
*Confident engaging with customers and colleagues at all levels
*Positive, team-focused attitude with a genuine desire to succeed

Interested?If you’re looking for an opportunity where no two days are the same, where you can develop your skills, contribute to a successful team, and enjoy an excellent benefits package including 26 days holiday, Bank Holidays and a Christmas shutdown, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and start your next exciting challenge!
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