Sales Administrator

23 hours ago

South Shields NE PH, United Kingdom Leonard Flooring Carpet And Blinds Limited Full time

About Us

Leonard Flooring Carpets & Blinds is a family-run, rapidly growing business specialising in premium flooring and interior solutions. We take pride in offering top tier brands and delivering an exceptional customer service experience. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a dynamic and personable Sales Administrator to join our team.

Why join us?

You will be part of a supportive, close knit, family focussed business with strong values and a commitment to quality. We work with leading premium brands and have an excellent reputation across our local area. This is an opportunity to grow your skills, contribute to high performing team and make a meaningful impact.

Role Overview

In this hybrid role, you will bridge the gap between sales and administration ensuring our office runs smoothly and customers receive outstanding service.You'll help ensure the smooth running of the customer journey—from enquiry through to installation—by managing administrative tasks, maintaining accurate digital records, supporting sales activities in the showroom and providing outstanding customer service both in person and over the phone. Your contribution will help senior staff to focus more on business growth and customer engagement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative support to the sales and office team
  • Manage and process customer orders accurately and efficiently
  • Support general showroom sales and customer interaction
  • Manage customer enquiries by phone, email, and in person
  • Update and maintain customer and sales information in the CRM system
  • Assist with diary management and scheduling appointments for sales and fitting teams
  • Prepare quotations, invoices, and digital documentation
  • Ensure smooth day-to-day office operations within a paperless environment
  • Liaise with suppliers and customers to track orders and resolve queries
  • Contribute to the overall efficiency and professionalism of the office

Skills & Experience Required

  • Strong customer service background with confident communication skills
  • Presentable, professional and personable
  • An interest in interior design or home décor. Flooring experience is beneficial but not essential
  • Must be able to commit to working every Saturday
  • Proven experience in an administrative or sales support role
  • Able to work at pace in a busy office environment
  • Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Experience using CRM systems and digital office tools
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Proactive, professional, and able to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

  • A friendly, supportive working environment
  • In house gym
  • 33 days annual leave per annum, including Bank Holidays and a two-week August shutdown. We also provide 1 additional days' annual leave for each year of consecutive service.
  • Working hours: Tuesday to Friday 9am – 5pm and Saturday 9am – 3pm
  • Bespoke training opportunities with our in-house team and suppliers
  • Opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, reputable local business.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,000.00-£26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • South Shields NE34 9PH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

  • Are you able to commit to working Saturday each week?

Experience:

  • Customer service: 3 years (required)
  • Administrative: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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